Product classification
HS code for Cartridge fuse: 8536.10
Electrical apparatus, fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Classification of cartridge fuse under HS 8536.10
Cartridge fuses are classified under HS code 853610. This classification is found within Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8536 is specifically designated for electrical apparatus used for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, provided the operating voltage does not exceed 1,000 volts. Subheading 853610 is the specific category for fuses. A cartridge fuse is defined by its physical form: a cylindrical body (the cartridge) made of glass, ceramic, or other insulating material, containing a fuse link and capped with metal terminals. The classification is determined by the device's primary function as an overcurrent protection component. For customs purposes, the voltage rating is the most critical factor; if the fuse is designed for industrial high-tension lines exceeding 1,000 volts, it must be moved to a different heading. The cartridge fuse is a staple in both consumer electronics and industrial control panels, and its classification remains consistent regardless of whether the fuse element is fast-acting or time-delay.
- Covers
- Glass tube fuses for electronics
- Ceramic cartridge fuses
- Automotive blade-style fuses
- Industrial cylindrical fuses
- Ferrule-ended cartridge fuses
- Midget fuses for control circuits
- Also under 8536.10
- Littelfuse ATO
- Bussmann FWH
- Eaton Cooper Bussmann
- Schurter FST
- Mersen A70QS
Codes often confused with 8536.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification involves HS code 853510, which is reserved for fuses designed for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts. Importers must verify the technical specifications to ensure the voltage limit is not exceeded. Another error is classifying fuses under 8537, which covers boards and panels; while fuses are components of these panels, they must be classified individually under 853610 when shipped as separate parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853610 (the code used for cartridge fuse), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853610 (the code used for cartridge fuse) in UN Comtrade data was Hong Kong, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 13% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 853610, not only cartridge fuse.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Hong Kong $469M 14% of world exports
- 2 China $462M 14% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $329M 10.0% of world exports
World total: $3.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $484M 13% of world imports
- 2 United States $385M 10% of world imports
- 3 Hong Kong $273M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $3.7B 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 code for cartridge fuse
Brazil classifies cartridge fuse under NCM 8536.10.00: HS 8536.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cartridge fuse
What is the HS code for Cartridge fuse?
The HS code for Cartridge fuse is 853610 (Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts). The HS code for cartridge fuses used in circuits under 1,000 volts is 853610.
How do I classify Cartridge fuse for customs?
Cartridge fuse is classified under HS code 853610 — Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are automotive fuses included in this code?
Yes, most automotive fuses are cartridge or blade types operating at low voltage and are classified under 853610.
Which countries are the top exporters of cartridge fuse (HS 853610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853610 (the code used for cartridge fuse) in UN Comtrade data were Hong Kong ($469M, 14% of world exports), China ($462M) and Mexico ($329M). World exports came to about $3.3B, 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 cartridge fuse (HS 853610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853610 (the code used for cartridge fuse) in UN Comtrade data were China ($484M, 13% of world imports), the United States ($385M) and Hong Kong ($273M). World imports came to about $3.7B, 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.
Is the HS code for Cartridge fuse the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853610 for Cartridge fuse is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cartridge fuse in Brazil?
In Brazil, cartridge fuse (HS 853610) is classified under NCM 8536.10.00.