HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8532.10 – Electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors)
HS code 8532.10 is the 6-digit subheading for electrical capacitors, fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors). It is used for power factor correction capacitors, industrial motor capacitors, grid stabilization capacitors, surge protection capacitors and high-voltage power capacitors.
What HS 8532.10 covers
This HS code covers fixed electrical capacitors specifically designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and possessing a reactive power handling capacity of at least 0.5 kvar, commonly known as power capacitors. These are crucial components in industrial and utility applications for power factor correction, voltage stabilization, and harmonic filtering, enhancing energy efficiency and grid stability. Major importers include heavy industries, power generation companies, and electrical utilities seeking to optimize their power systems and reduce energy costs. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of high-voltage and industrial-grade electrical components. Key considerations in international trade involve voltage ratings, environmental compliance, and adherence to national electrical standards, as these capacitors are integral to critical infrastructure and industrial machinery worldwide.
- Covers
- Power factor correction capacitors
- Industrial motor capacitors
- Grid stabilization capacitors
- Surge protection capacitors
- High-voltage power capacitors
- Low-voltage power capacitors
- Harmonic filter capacitors
- Examples
- ABB Power Capacitors
- Siemens SIKAP Capacitors
- Schneider Electric VarPlus Capacitors
- Eaton Power Factor Correction Units
Codes often confused with 8532.10
Common mistake. This code can be confused with general fixed capacitors (85322X) if their specific power handling capacity (0.5 kvar) or 50/60 Hz circuit design isn't carefully checked, leading to incorrect duty rates for industrial vs. general electronic components.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853210 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $188M 25% of world exports
- 2 United States $77M 10% of world exports
- 3 India $56M 7.4% of world exports
World total: $761M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Sweden $130M 12% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $122M 11% of world imports
- 3 Malaysia $120M 11% of world imports
World total: $1.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8532.10
Brazil does not split HS 8532.10: its NCM code is 8532.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.32 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8532.10
What is HS code 853210?
HS code 853210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electrical capacitors; fixed, designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and having a reactive power handling capacity of not less than 0.5 kvar (power capacitors). This HS code covers fixed electrical capacitors specifically designed for use in 50/60 Hz circuits and possessing a reactive power handling capacity of at least 0.5 kvar, commonly known as power capacitors. These are crucial components in industrial and utility applications for power factor correction, voltage stabilization, and harmonic filtering, enhancing energy efficiency and grid stability. Major importers include heavy industries, power generation companies, and electrical utilities seeking to optimize their power systems and reduce energy costs. Exporters are typically specialized manufacturers of high-voltage and industrial-grade electrical components. Key considerations in international trade involve voltage ratings, environmental compliance, and adherence to national electrical standards, as these capacitors are integral to critical infrastructure and industrial machinery worldwide.
What products fall under HS code 853210?
Power factor correction capacitors, industrial motor capacitors, grid stabilization capacitors, surge protection capacitors, high-voltage power capacitors, low-voltage power capacitors, harmonic filter capacitors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853210?
This code can be confused with general fixed capacitors (85322X) if their specific power handling capacity (0.5 kvar) or 50/60 Hz circuit design isn't carefully checked, leading to incorrect duty rates for industrial vs. general electronic components.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853210 in UN Comtrade data were China ($188M, 25% of world exports), the United States ($77M) and India ($56M). World exports came to about $761M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 853210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853210 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($130M, 12% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($122M) and Malaysia ($120M). World imports came to about $1.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 853210 structured?
HS code 853210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (32) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 853210?
In Brazil, HS code 853210 is NCM 8532.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.