About HS Code 853310
This HS code encompasses fixed carbon resistors, including both composition and film types, which are fundamental components for controlling current and voltage in electronic circuits. It also includes rheostats and potentiometers when they are of the carbon composition or film type, highlighting their role in adjustable resistance applications. These resistors are widely traded for use across all sectors of electronics, from consumer gadgets and automotive systems to industrial controls and telecommunications. Importers are typically electronics manufacturers, contract assemblers, and component distributors globally. Exporters are concentrated in regions with strong electronics manufacturing capabilities. Key trade considerations include resistance value, tolerance, power rating, and package type (e.g., through-hole, surface-mount), which are critical for circuit design and performance.
Products Under This Code
Carbon film resistors, carbon composition resistors, metal film resistors, thick film chip resistors, thin film chip resistors, potentiometers (carbon/film), rheostats (carbon/film), array resistors
Real World Examples
Yageo Carbon Film Resistors, Vishay Metal Film Resistors, Bourns Potentiometers, Panasonic Carbon Composition Resistors, KOA Speer Chip Resistors
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with other types of resistors, such as wirewound resistors (853321) or variable resistors of other types (853331), if the specific carbon composition or film type is not accurately identified.
Products Classified Under 8533.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, Japan, and Taiwan are major exporters of these resistors, with the USA, Germany, and other electronics manufacturing hubs being significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 853310?
HS code 853310 covers: Electrical resistors; fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types (including rheostats and potentiometers but excluding heating resistors). This HS code encompasses fixed carbon resistors, including both composition and film types, which are fundamental components for controlling current and voltage in electronic circuits. It also includes rheostats and potentiometers when they are of the carbon composition or film type, highlighting their role in adjustable resistance applications. These resistors are widely traded for use across all sectors of electronics, from consumer gadgets and automotive systems to industrial controls and telecommunications. Importers are typically electronics manufacturers, contract assemblers, and component distributors globally. Exporters are concentrated in regions with strong electronics manufacturing capabilities. Key trade considerations include resistance value, tolerance, power rating, and package type (e.g., through-hole, surface-mount), which are critical for circuit design and performance.
What products fall under HS code 853310?
Carbon film resistors, carbon composition resistors, metal film resistors, thick film chip resistors, thin film chip resistors, potentiometers (carbon/film), rheostats (carbon/film), array resistors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853310?
Can be confused with other types of resistors, such as wirewound resistors (853321) or variable resistors of other types (853331), if the specific carbon composition or film type is not accurately identified.
How is HS code 853310 structured?
HS code 853310 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (33) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.