About HS Code 853620
This category encompasses automatic circuit breakers for low-voltage applications, specifically those not exceeding 1000 volts. These devices are fundamental for protecting electrical circuits in homes, offices, commercial buildings, and light industrial facilities, offering the advantage of being resettable after tripping, unlike fuses. They are integral components in electrical distribution panels, consumer units, and machinery control systems. Importers and exporters include electrical equipment manufacturers, construction material suppliers, and distributors serving the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Trade focuses on current rating, breaking capacity, number of poles, and trip characteristics (e.g., thermal-magnetic, residual current) to meet diverse application and safety standards.
Products Under This Code
Miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), residual current devices (RCDs), ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), air circuit breakers (ACBs) for low voltage
Real World Examples
Siemens Sentron, ABB S200, Schneider Electric Acti9, Eaton Cutler-Hammer, Legrand DX3
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 8535.21 (circuit breakers for voltage exceeding 1000V) if the voltage threshold is not carefully checked, or 8536.30 for other low-voltage protective devices.
Products Classified Under 8536.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, USA, and India are leading importers and exporters, driven by construction and industrial development.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 853620?
HS code 853620 covers: Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This category encompasses automatic circuit breakers for low-voltage applications, specifically those not exceeding 1000 volts. These devices are fundamental for protecting electrical circuits in homes, offices, commercial buildings, and light industrial facilities, offering the advantage of being resettable after tripping, unlike fuses. They are integral components in electrical distribution panels, consumer units, and machinery control systems. Importers and exporters include electrical equipment manufacturers, construction material suppliers, and distributors serving the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Trade focuses on current rating, breaking capacity, number of poles, and trip characteristics (e.g., thermal-magnetic, residual current) to meet diverse application and safety standards.
What products fall under HS code 853620?
Miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), residual current devices (RCDs), ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), air circuit breakers (ACBs) for low voltage
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853620?
Often confused with 8535.21 (circuit breakers for voltage exceeding 1000V) if the voltage threshold is not carefully checked, or 8536.30 for other low-voltage protective devices.
How is HS code 853620 structured?
HS code 853620 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (36) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.