Product classification
HS code for Plastic insulating fitting: 8547.20
Insulating fittings, of plastics, for electrical machines, of insulating material only (except minor assembly parts), excluding those of heading no. 8546.
Classification of plastic insulating fitting under HS 8547.20
Plastic insulating fittings are classified under HS code 8547.20 according to the Harmonized System's hierarchical structure. Heading 8547 covers insulating fittings for electrical machines, appliances, or equipment, being fittings wholly of insulating material apart from any minor components of metal incorporated during molding solely for purposes of assembly. The subheading 854.20 specifically isolates those made of plastics. This classification is determined by the material composition and the intended electrical insulation function. Under GRI 3(b), if a product is composed of multiple materials, it is classified by the material that gives it its essential character; for these fittings, the plastic provides the necessary dielectric properties. It is important to note that these fittings must be designed for electrical insulation purposes to fall under Chapter 85, rather than being general-purpose plastic hardware which would typically fall under Chapter 39.
- Covers
- Plastic conduit joints and elbows for electrical wiring
- Insulating bushings for electrical motors
- Plastic junction box covers with insulating properties
- Threaded plastic insulators for electrical assemblies
- Plastic spacers for circuit board insulation
- Also under 8547.20
- HellermannTyton cable ties and fittings
- TE Connectivity plastic insulators
- Panduit plastic wiring accessories
- Phoenix Contact terminal blocks
- Eaton plastic electrical enclosures
Codes often confused with 8547.20
Common mistake. These fittings are often misclassified under heading 8546, which covers electrical insulators. The distinction lies in the fact that 8546 refers to the insulators themselves (like porcelain or glass suspension insulators), whereas 8547 refers to the fittings that incorporate insulating material for assembly into electrical machines. Another common error is using 3917 for plastic tubes and pipes; however, if the item is a specialized fitting for electrical insulation, 8547.20 takes precedence. Furthermore, general plastic articles under 3926.90 are often used incorrectly when the electrical application of the fitting is not clearly identified in the shipping documentation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic insulating fitting), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic insulating fitting) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, 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 854720, not only plastic insulating fitting.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.3B 24% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $743M 14% of world exports
- 3 Japan $408M 7.9% of world exports
World total: $5.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $611M 12% of world imports
- 2 Czechia $410M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 China $353M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 plastic insulating fitting
Brazil splits HS 8547.20 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8547.20.10Plastic sealing caps for capacitors
- 8547.20.90Other plastic insulating fittings
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic insulating fitting
What is the HS code for Plastic insulating fitting?
The HS code for Plastic insulating fitting is 854720 (Insulating fittings; of plastics, for electrical machines, of insulating material only (except minor assembly parts), excluding those of heading no. 8546). The correct HS code for plastic insulating fittings used in electrical applications is 8547.20.
How do I classify Plastic insulating fitting for customs?
Plastic insulating fitting is classified under HS code 854720 — Insulating fittings; of plastics, for electrical machines, of insulating material only (except minor assembly parts), excluding those of heading no. 8546. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can plastic pipes be classified under this HS code?
Generally, no. Plastic pipes and tubes are classified under heading 3917. HS code 8547.20 is reserved for specific fittings designed to provide electrical insulation within a machine or installation.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic insulating fitting (HS 854720)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic insulating fitting) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.3B, 24% of world exports), Czechia ($743M) and Japan ($408M). World exports came to about $5.2B, 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 plastic insulating fitting (HS 854720)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic insulating fitting) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($611M, 12% of world imports), Czechia ($410M) and China ($353M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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.
Is the HS code for Plastic insulating fitting the same in all countries?
The base HS code 854720 for Plastic insulating fitting 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 plastic insulating fitting in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 854720 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic insulating fitting depends on the product's details: 8547.20.10 (Plastic sealing caps for capacitors), 8547.20.90 (Other plastic insulating fittings).