8536.50.90.50 - Slide

This HTS classification, 8536.50.90.50, specifically designates "Slide" type switches. These are electrical switches that operate by moving a sliding component to make or break an electrical circuit. This category falls under "Other switches" within the broader heading of electrical apparatus for switching or protecting circuits, designed for voltages not exceeding 1,000 V. The key characteristic here is the sliding mechanism of actuation.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings involves understanding the specific method of operation. For instance, "Rotary" switches use a rotating dial or lever, "Push-button" switches are activated by pressing a button, "Snap-action" switches offer a quick, decisive make or break, and "Knife" switches utilize a pivoting blade. "Limit" switches, also a sibling, are typically activated by physical contact with an object, often serving as an endpoint or safety mechanism. Therefore, 8536.50.90.50 is reserved for switches where the primary user interface and operational mechanism is a sliding component.

As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is determined by the definitive sliding action of the switch, differentiating it from other manual switching mechanisms. Examples of goods that would fall under this classification include slide switches commonly found in consumer electronics, audio equipment, and small appliances where space is a consideration and a linear actuation is desired.