Product classification
HS code for Electrical relay: 8536.41
Electrical apparatus, relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts).
Classification of electrical relay under HS 8536.41
Electrical relays designed for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts are classified under HS code 8536.41. This code is part of Chapter 85, which encompasses electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8536 is dedicated to electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts. Relays are essentially electrically operated switches that allow a low-power signal to control a higher-power circuit. The subheading 8536.41 is a specific carve-out for relays that operate at low voltages, typically found in automotive applications, telecommunications, and printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies. The classification depends strictly on the rated operating voltage of the relay. If the relay is rated for 12V, 24V, or 48V, it falls here. This classification is governed by the Legal Notes to Section XVI and Chapter 85, which prioritize the functional nature of switching apparatus.
- Covers
- 12V and 24V automotive relays
- Low-voltage PCB mount relays
- Signal relays for telecommunications
- Electromagnetic relays for <60V
- Solid state relays rated for low voltage control
- Also under 8536.41
- Omron G5LE
- Panasonic JS1
- TE Connectivity V23079
- Bosch 0332019150
- Fujitsu FTR-F1
Codes often confused with 8536.41
Common mistake. Relays are often misclassified under 8536.49, which is the code for relays operating at voltages exceeding 60 volts but not exceeding 1,000 volts. Importers must verify the technical specifications to ensure the voltage threshold is not crossed. Additionally, relays for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts must be classified under heading 8535. They are also sometimes confused with contactors, which are generally classified under 8536.49 or 8536.50 depending on their design and current rating.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853641 (the code used for electrical relay), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853641 (the code used for electrical relay) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 12% 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 853641, not only electrical relay.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $994M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $649M 13% of world exports
- 3 Japan $552M 11% of world exports
World total: $5.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $611M 12% of world imports
- 2 Germany $526M 11% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $501M 10% of world imports
World total: $5.0B 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 electrical relay
Brazil classifies electrical relay under NCM 8536.41.00: HS 8536.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about electrical relay
What is the HS code for Electrical relay?
The HS code for Electrical relay is 853641 (Electrical apparatus; relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts)).
How do I classify Electrical relay for customs?
Electrical relay is classified under HS code 853641 — Electrical apparatus; relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a 12V relay?
A 12V relay is classified under HS code 8536.41 as it is an electrical relay for a voltage not exceeding 60V.
What if the relay is used for 220V?
If the relay is designed to operate at 220V, it must be classified under HS code 8536.49, which covers relays for voltages between 60V and 1,000V.
Which countries are the top exporters of electrical relay (HS 853641)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853641 (the code used for electrical relay) in UN Comtrade data were China ($994M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($649M) and Japan ($552M). World exports came to about $5.0B, 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 electrical relay (HS 853641)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853641 (the code used for electrical relay) in UN Comtrade data were China ($611M, 12% of world imports), Germany ($526M) and Mexico ($501M). World imports came to about $5.0B, 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 Electrical relay the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853641 for Electrical relay 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 electrical relay in Brazil?
In Brazil, electrical relay (HS 853641) is classified under NCM 8536.41.00.