HS Code for Power fuses

Power fuses designed for high-voltage applications are classified under HS code 8535.10. This classification is governed by the technical specifications of the electrical apparatus, specifically the voltage threshold. Heading 8535 covers electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 volts. Fuses are sacrificial safety devices that provide overcurrent protection by melting a metal wire or strip when too much current flows through it. Because these specific power fuses are intended for use in high-voltage environments such as electrical substations, industrial power grids, or transmission lines, they meet the criteria for Heading 8535. The classification process requires verifying the rated voltage of the fuse to ensure it exceeds the 1,000V limit established by the Harmonized System nomenclature.

Products Included

• High-voltage expulsion fuses
• Current-limiting power fuses for substations
• Oil-immersed high-voltage fuses
• Transmission line protective fuses
• High-capacity industrial fuses rated above 1kV

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8536.10. While 8536.10 also covers fuses, it is strictly limited to apparatus for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts. This includes standard residential fuses and low-voltage industrial fuses. Importers often fail to distinguish between the two based on the rated voltage of the equipment. Additionally, fuse holders or assemblies might be confused with 8537, which covers boards and panels for electric control, but individual fuses remain under 8535.10 if they exceed the voltage limit.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Power fuses?

Power fuses rated for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts are classified under HS code 8535.10.

How do I classify a fuse rated exactly at 1,000 volts?

According to the HS nomenclature, Heading 8535 is for voltages exceeding 1,000 volts. Therefore, a fuse rated at exactly 1,000 volts or less must be classified under HS code 8536.10.