HS Code for Lightning arrester

Lightning arresters are classified under HS code 8535.40. This code is found within Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8535 is specifically designated for electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 volts. Lightning arresters, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors are critical safety components used in high-voltage power distribution systems to protect equipment from transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes or switching surges. The classification is determined by the device's function (protection against overvoltage) and its rated operating voltage, which must be above the 1,000-volt threshold.

Products Included

• High-voltage lightning arresters
• Station-class surge arresters
• Transmission line surge suppressors
• Intermediate-class voltage limiters
• Distribution-class lightning protection units

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification for lightning arresters is HS code 8536.30. While 8536.30 also covers surge suppressors and voltage limiters, it is strictly for apparatus used in circuits with a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts (low voltage). Importers must verify the voltage rating of the equipment to choose between 8535 and 8536. Additionally, lightning rods (simple metal conductors) are classified under 7326 or 7419 depending on the metal, rather than as electrical apparatus.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Lightning arrester?

The HS code for lightning arresters designed for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts is 8535.40.

How are surge protectors for home electronics classified?

Surge protectors for household use (low voltage) are classified under HS code 8536.30, as they operate at voltages well below the 1,000-volt limit.