Product classification
HS code for Molded case circuit breaker: 8536.20
Electrical apparatus, automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Classification of molded case circuit breaker under HS 8536.20
Molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs) are classified under HS code 8536.20. This classification is designated for electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, specifically automatic circuit breakers, designed for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts. MCCBs are essential components in electrical distribution systems, providing protection against overloads and short circuits. Because they operate automatically and are typically used in low-voltage applications (residential, commercial, or industrial), they fit precisely into the criteria for 8536.20. The "molded case" refers to the plastic housing that insulates the internal components, which is a standard design for breakers in this voltage range.
- Covers
- Molded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCB)
- Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCB)
- Residual Current Circuit Breakers (RCCB) without overcurrent protection
- Low-voltage automatic air circuit breakers
- Residential plug-in circuit breakers
- Also under 8536.20
- Siemens Sentron
- ABB S200
- Schneider Electric Acti9
- Eaton Cutler-Hammer
- Legrand DX3
Codes often confused with 8536.20
Common mistake. MCCBs are frequently confused with HS code 8535.21, which covers automatic circuit breakers for a voltage exceeding 1,000 volts (high voltage). It is critical to verify the rated voltage of the device. Another misclassification is 8536.30, which covers "other" apparatus for protecting electrical circuits; however, since 8536.20 specifically mentions automatic circuit breakers, it takes precedence according to GRI 3(a).
Top exporters and importers of HS 853620 (the code used for molded case circuit breaker), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853620 (the code used for molded case circuit breaker) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 853620, not only molded case circuit breaker.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.7B 14% of world exports
- 2 United States $1.1B 9.1% of world exports
- 3 France $1.1B 8.7% of world exports
World total: $12.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.3B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $753M 6.4% of world imports
- 3 France $529M 4.5% of world imports
World total: $11.7B 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 molded case circuit breaker
Brazil classifies molded case circuit breaker under NCM 8536.20.00: HS 8536.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about molded case circuit breaker
What is the HS code for Molded case circuit breaker?
The HS code for Molded case circuit breaker is 853620 (Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts).
How do I classify Molded case circuit breaker for customs?
Molded case circuit breaker is classified under HS code 853620 — Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for MCCB?
The HS code for a Molded Case Circuit Breaker rated for less than 1,000 volts is 8536.20.
What code is used for circuit breakers over 1000V?
Circuit breakers designed for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts are classified under heading 8535, specifically 8535.21 or 8535.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of molded case circuit breaker (HS 853620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853620 (the code used for molded case circuit breaker) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.7B, 14% of world exports), the United States ($1.1B) and France ($1.1B). World exports came to about $12.4B, 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 molded case circuit breaker (HS 853620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853620 (the code used for molded case circuit breaker) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.3B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($753M) and France ($529M). World imports came to about $11.7B, 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 Molded case circuit breaker the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853620 for Molded case circuit breaker 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 molded case circuit breaker in Brazil?
In Brazil, molded case circuit breaker (HS 853620) is classified under NCM 8536.20.00.