HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8535.10 – Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts
HS code 8535.10 is the 6-digit subheading for electrical apparatus, fuses, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts. It is used for high-voltage power fuses, current-limiting fuses (HV), expulsion fuses, distribution fuses and transformer protection fuses.
What HS 8535.10 covers
This category encompasses high-voltage fuses, specifically designed for electrical systems operating at voltages exceeding 1000 volts. These critical protective devices are indispensable in power transmission and distribution networks, industrial facilities, and utility infrastructure, safeguarding against overcurrents and short circuits that could cause extensive damage or pose safety risks. Importers are typically power utilities, heavy industrial plants, and manufacturers of high-voltage electrical equipment who require robust and reliable protection solutions. Exporters are specialized electrical component manufacturers with deep expertise in high-voltage engineering. Key trade considerations include breaking capacity, voltage rating, and coordination with other protective devices to ensure system integrity and safety.
- Covers
- High-voltage power fuses
- Current-limiting fuses (HV)
- Expulsion fuses
- Distribution fuses
- Transformer protection fuses
- Motor protection fuses (HV)
- Fuse links (HV)
- Examples
- Eaton Cooper Power Systems fuses
- Siemens SITOR fuses
- ABB CEF fuses
- Mersen HP series fuses
Codes often confused with 8535.10
Common mistake. Often confused with low-voltage fuses (853610) due to the 'fuse' description, but the voltage threshold (>1000V) is the key differentiator for this classification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853510, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853510 in UN Comtrade data was Mexico, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 33% 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 Mexico $128M 19% of world exports
- 2 Philippines $103M 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $100M 15% of world exports
World total: $674M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $208M 33% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $34M 5.4% of world imports
- 3 Canada $33M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $633M 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 8535.10
Brazil does not split HS 8535.10: its NCM code is 8535.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.35 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8535.10
What is HS code 853510?
HS code 853510 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts. This category encompasses high-voltage fuses, specifically designed for electrical systems operating at voltages exceeding 1000 volts. These critical protective devices are indispensable in power transmission and distribution networks, industrial facilities, and utility infrastructure, safeguarding against overcurrents and short circuits that could cause extensive damage or pose safety risks. Importers are typically power utilities, heavy industrial plants, and manufacturers of high-voltage electrical equipment who require robust and reliable protection solutions. Exporters are specialized electrical component manufacturers with deep expertise in high-voltage engineering. Key trade considerations include breaking capacity, voltage rating, and coordination with other protective devices to ensure system integrity and safety.
What products fall under HS code 853510?
High-voltage power fuses, current-limiting fuses (HV), expulsion fuses, distribution fuses, transformer protection fuses, motor protection fuses (HV), fuse links (HV)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853510?
Often confused with low-voltage fuses (853610) due to the 'fuse' description, but the voltage threshold (>1000V) is the key differentiator for this classification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853510?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853510 in UN Comtrade data were Mexico ($128M, 19% of world exports), the Philippines ($103M) and the United States ($100M). World exports came to about $674M, 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 853510?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853510 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($208M, 33% of world imports), Mexico ($34M) and Canada ($33M). World imports came to about $633M, 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 853510 structured?
HS code 853510 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (35) 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 853510?
In Brazil, HS code 853510 is NCM 8535.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.