Product classification
HS code for Power outlet: 8536.69
Electrical apparatus, plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Classification of power outlet under HS 8536.69
The classification of power outlets under HS code 8536.69 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6. Heading 8536 encompasses electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts. Power outlets, which function as sockets to facilitate electrical connections between a power source and an appliance, fall squarely within this definition. Specifically, subheading 8536.69 covers "plugs and sockets" other than those designed for lamps. The classification is based on the device's primary function: providing a point of connection in a circuit. These devices are essential components in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations. The 1,000-volt threshold is a critical boundary; any apparatus designed for higher voltages would be classified under heading 8535. Furthermore, the construction of the outlet—whether it is a single socket, a duplex, or part of a multi-outlet assembly—does not change its fundamental classification under 8536.69, provided it does not incorporate complex control circuitry that would shift it to heading 8537. The Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN) further clarify that this heading includes sockets for plugs, which are used to connect mobile or stationary equipment to a fixed installation. This includes wall-mounted sockets, portable socket-outlets, and even those integrated into furniture or machinery, provided they remain within the voltage limits and do not include additional features that would classify them elsewhere.
- Covers
- Wall-mounted domestic power sockets
- Industrial power sockets (under 1000V)
- Multi-plug adapters and socket strips
- Extension cord sockets
- Flush-mount and surface-mount electrical outlets
- Also under 8536.69
- Legrand Arteor sockets
- Leviton Decora outlets
- Hubbell Twist-Lock plugs
- APC power strips
- Anker USB wall chargers
Codes often confused with 8536.69
Common mistake. Power outlets are frequently confused with lamp-holders, which are classified under HS code 8536.61. While both are sockets, 8536.61 is reserved specifically for devices designed to hold electric lamps. Another common error is classifying outlets with built-in surge protection or timers under 8536.69; if the protective or timing function is the primary feature, they may fall under 8536.30 or 9107.00 respectively. Additionally, assemblies of multiple outlets on a single panel with control switches are often better classified under 8537.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853669 (the code used for power outlet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853669 (the code used for power outlet) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 13% 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 853669, not only power outlet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $5.8B 23% of world exports
- 2 China $3.5B 13% of world exports
- 3 United States $3.4B 13% of world exports
World total: $25.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $3.2B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $3.1B 13% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $911M 3.8% of world imports
World total: $24.0B 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 power outlet
Brazil splits HS 8536.69 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8536.69.10Polarised and shielded sockets
- 8536.69.90Other plugs and sockets, up to 1,000 V
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about power outlet
What is the HS code for Power outlet?
The HS code for Power outlet is 853669 (Electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts). The standard HS code for a power outlet (socket) for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts is 8536.69.
How do I classify Power outlet for customs?
Power outlet is classified under HS code 853669 — Electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include USB charging outlets?
If the outlet is a combined AC power socket and USB charger, it is typically classified under 8536.69 as a socket, though some jurisdictions may classify it under 8504.40 if the power conversion (rectification) is deemed the principal function.
Which countries are the top exporters of power outlet (HS 853669)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853669 (the code used for power outlet) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($5.8B, 23% of world exports), China ($3.5B) and the United States ($3.4B). World exports came to about $25.7B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of power outlet (HS 853669)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853669 (the code used for power outlet) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.2B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($3.1B) and South Korea ($911M). World imports came to about $24.0B, 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 Power outlet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853669 for Power outlet 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 power outlet in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 853669 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for power outlet depends on the product's details: 8536.69.10 (Polarised and shielded sockets), 8536.69.90 (Other plugs and sockets, up to 1,000 V).