Product classification
HS code for Plastic terminal block: 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 terminal block under HS 8547.20
Plastic terminal blocks are classified under HS code 8547.20. This code falls under Chapter 85, which covers electrical machinery and equipment. Heading 8547 is for insulating fittings for electrical machines, appliances or equipment, being fittings wholly of insulating material apart from any minor components of metal (for example, threaded sockets) incorporated during moulding solely for purposes of assembly. Subheading 8547.20 specifically covers insulating fittings of plastics. These components are used to provide electrical insulation and mechanical support for electrical connections. While they are made of plastic, their specialized function in electrical applications removes them from Chapter 39 and places them in Chapter 85. The classification is determined by the function of the item as an electrical insulator. If the item contains significant metal components that perform a function other than simple fastening, the classification might shift to connectors. This distinction is critical for compliance, as Chapter 85 items often face different regulatory standards and tariffs compared to general plastic articles in Chapter 39.
- Covers
- Plastic screw terminal blocks
- Insulating plastic strips for electrical junctions
- Plastic terminal strips
- Insulating bushings of plastic
- Plastic connector housings (insulating only)
- Plastic spacers for electrical circuits
- 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. A frequent misclassification is HS code 8536.90, which covers electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits. If the terminal block includes the actual conductive metal connectors as a primary feature, it is often classified under 8536.90. However, if the item is primarily an insulating fitting with only minor assembly parts, 8547.20 is correct. Another error is using 3926.90 (other articles of plastic), which is incorrect because the item has a specific electrical function defined in Chapter 85. Ceramic versions are classified under 8547.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic terminal block), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic terminal block) 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 terminal block.
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 terminal block
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 terminal block
What is the HS code for Plastic terminal block?
The HS code for Plastic terminal block is 854720 (Insulating fittings; of plastics, for electrical machines, of insulating material only (except minor assembly parts), excluding those of heading no. 8546). The HS code for plastic terminal blocks (insulating fittings) is 8547.20.
How do I classify Plastic terminal block for customs?
Plastic terminal block 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.
What if the terminal block is made of ceramic?
Ceramic insulating fittings are classified under HS code 8547.10 rather than 8547.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic terminal block (HS 854720)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic terminal block) 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 terminal block (HS 854720)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 854720 (the code used for plastic terminal block) 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 terminal block the same in all countries?
The base HS code 854720 for Plastic terminal block 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 terminal block in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 854720 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for plastic terminal block depends on the product's details: 8547.20.10 (Plastic sealing caps for capacitors), 8547.20.90 (Other plastic insulating fittings).