HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8537.10 – Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
HS code 8537.10 is the 6-digit subheading for boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases, for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. It is used for low-voltage switchboards, motor control centers (MCCs), industrial control panels, electrical distribution boards and circuit breaker panels.
What HS 8537.10 covers
This HS code covers boards, panels, consoles, desks, and other bases designed for electric control or the distribution of electricity, specifically for voltages not exceeding 1000 volts. These are the foundational structures that house and organize electrical components for low-voltage applications, such as motor control centers, industrial control panels, and building distribution boards. They are critical for the safe, organized, and efficient operation of electrical systems in manufacturing, commercial buildings, and infrastructure projects. Importers are typically construction companies, industrial integrators, and equipment manufacturers, while exporters are specialized panel builders and electrical enclosure manufacturers. Key aspects in trade involve robust construction, adherence to national and international electrical codes, and modularity to allow for customization and scalability.
- Covers
- Low-voltage switchboards
- Motor control centers (MCCs)
- Industrial control panels
- Electrical distribution boards
- Circuit breaker panels
- PLC control cabinets
- Building automation panels
- Examples
- Siemens SIVACON S8
- Schneider Electric PrismaSeT
- Eaton Pow-R-Line Xpert
- Rittal TS 8 enclosures
- Rockwell Automation control panels
Codes often confused with 8537.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with 853810 (parts of 8537, not equipped) if imported empty, or 853720 if the voltage rating exceeds 1000 volts.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 853710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 853710 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 Germany $16.5B 17% of world exports
- 2 China $12.2B 12% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $8.7B 8.9% of world exports
World total: $98.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $20.2B 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $12.0B 13% of world imports
- 3 China $4.8B 5.1% of world imports
World total: $93.7B 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 codes for 8537.10 5
Brazil splits HS 8537.10 into 5 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8537.10.1 Computer numerical control (CNC)Comando numérico computadorizado (CNC) Group
- 8537.10.11 CNC controls, 32-bit or more, colour monitorCom processador e barramento de 32 bits ou superior, incorporando recursos gráficos e execução de macros, resolução inferior ou igual a 1 micrômetro (mícron) e capacidade de conexão digital para servo-acionamento, com monitor policromático
- 8537.10.19 Other CNC control units, up to 1,000 VOutros
- 8537.10.20 Programmable controllers (PLC)Controladores programáveis
- 8537.10.30 Electric power demand controllersControladores de demanda de energia elétrica
- 8537.10.90 Other control boards and panels, up to 1,000 VOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.37 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8537.10
What is HS code 853710?
HS code 853710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases; for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This HS code covers boards, panels, consoles, desks, and other bases designed for electric control or the distribution of electricity, specifically for voltages not exceeding 1000 volts. These are the foundational structures that house and organize electrical components for low-voltage applications, such as motor control centers, industrial control panels, and building distribution boards. They are critical for the safe, organized, and efficient operation of electrical systems in manufacturing, commercial buildings, and infrastructure projects. Importers are typically construction companies, industrial integrators, and equipment manufacturers, while exporters are specialized panel builders and electrical enclosure manufacturers. Key aspects in trade involve robust construction, adherence to national and international electrical codes, and modularity to allow for customization and scalability.
What products fall under HS code 853710?
Low-voltage switchboards, motor control centers (MCCs), industrial control panels, electrical distribution boards, circuit breaker panels, PLC control cabinets, building automation panels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 853710?
Can be confused with 853810 (parts of 8537, not equipped) if imported empty, or 853720 if the voltage rating exceeds 1000 volts.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 853710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 853710 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($16.5B, 17% of world exports), China ($12.2B) and Mexico ($8.7B). World exports came to about $98.2B, 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 853710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 853710 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($20.2B, 22% of world imports), Germany ($12.0B) and China ($4.8B). World imports came to about $93.7B, 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 853710 structured?
HS code 853710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (37) 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 853710?
Brazil splits HS code 853710 into 5 NCM codes: 8537.10.11 (CNC controls, 32-bit or more, colour monitor), 8537.10.19 (Other CNC control units, up to 1,000 V), 8537.10.20 (Programmable controllers (PLC)), 8537.10.30 (Electric power demand controllers), 8537.10.90 (Other control boards and panels, up to 1,000 V). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.