8536.41.00.50 - Electromechanical

This HTS subcategory, 8536.41.00.50, specifically covers electromechanical relays designed for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts. Electromechanical relays are devices that use an electromagnet to operate a switch. When current flows through the coil of the electromagnet, it creates a magnetic field that attracts an armature, causing electrical contacts to open or close. These relays are fundamental components in a wide array of low-voltage electrical control systems, including automotive electronics, industrial automation, consumer appliances, and telecommunications equipment.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 8536.41.00.60 ("Other"), by its specific focus on electromechanical types within the broader "Relays: For a voltage not exceeding 60 V" context. While 8536.41.00.60 might encompass other types of relays operating at this voltage (such as solid-state relays or reed relays), 8536.41.00.50 is dedicated to those that rely on physical movement actuated by an electromagnet. The key distinguishing factor is the operating principle: mechanical switching triggered by electromagnetic force.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification relies on accurately identifying the product as an electromechanical relay and confirming its operating voltage falls within the specified range of not exceeding 60 volts, aligning with the overall scope of heading 8536 which covers electrical apparatus for switching and protecting circuits.