Product classification
HS code for Toggle switch: 8536.50
Electrical apparatus, switches n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Classification of toggle switch under HS 8536.50
Toggle switches are classified under HS code 8536.50 because they are mechanical electrical switches designed for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts. This classification is governed 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. Since a toggle switch is a manually operated device that makes or breaks an electrical connection via a lever mechanism, it fits the definition of \"other switches\" within the 8536.50 subheading. These devices are ubiquitous in industrial machinery, consumer electronics, and automotive applications. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the switch is a single-pole single-throw (SPST) or a more complex double-pole double-throw (DPDT) configuration, provided the voltage rating remains within the specified limit. The mechanical nature of the toggle action distinguishes it from electronic switches or relays.
- Covers
- Single-pole single-throw (SPST) toggle switches
- Double-pole double-throw (DPDT) toggle switches
- Miniature and sub-miniature toggle switches
- Heavy-duty industrial toggle switches
- Momentary toggle switches
- Also under 8536.50
- Leviton Decora
- Honeywell Micro Switch
- Eaton Moeller
- Schneider Electric Harmony
- Omron D4V
Codes often confused with 8536.50
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying toggle switches under HS code 8537.10, which is for boards, panels, and consoles equipped with two or more apparatus of heading 8536. While a toggle switch may be mounted on such a panel, the switch itself as an individual component remains under 8536.50. Another common mistake is using 8538.90, which is for parts of electrical apparatus. Since a toggle switch is a finished functional unit and not merely a component part like a housing or a contact point, it must be classified under its own specific heading rather than as a part.
Top exporters and importers of HS 853650 (the code used for toggle switch), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 853650 (the code used for toggle switch) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 853650, not only toggle switch.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $3.6B 16% of world exports
- 2 China $3.3B 14% of world exports
- 3 United States $2.2B 9.6% of world exports
World total: $23.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $3.0B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.6B 11% of world imports
- 3 China $1.5B 6.6% of world imports
World total: $23.5B 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 toggle switch
Brazil splits HS 8536.50 into 4 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8536.50.10Satellite up/down-converter switching units
- 8536.50.20Satellite HPA switching units
- 8536.50.30Digital encoder switches for printed circuits
- 8536.50.90Other low-voltage switches
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about toggle switch
What is the HS code for Toggle switch?
The HS code for Toggle switch is 853650 (Electrical apparatus; switches n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts). The HS code for a toggle switch is 8536.50, which covers electrical switches for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 volts.
How do I classify Toggle switch for customs?
Toggle switch is classified under HS code 853650 — Electrical apparatus; switches n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can toggle switches be classified under 8536.41?
No, 8536.41 is specifically for relays. Toggle switches are manually operated mechanical switches and do not meet the definition of a relay.
Which countries are the top exporters of toggle switch (HS 853650)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 853650 (the code used for toggle switch) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($3.6B, 16% of world exports), China ($3.3B) and the United States ($2.2B). World exports came to about $23.1B, 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 toggle switch (HS 853650)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 853650 (the code used for toggle switch) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.0B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($2.6B) and China ($1.5B). World imports came to about $23.5B, 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 Toggle switch the same in all countries?
The base HS code 853650 for Toggle switch 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 toggle switch in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 853650 into 4 NCM codes, so the right one for toggle switch depends on the product's details: 8536.50.10 (Satellite up/down-converter switching units), 8536.50.20 (Satellite HPA switching units), 8536.50.30 (Digital encoder switches for printed circuits), 8536.50.90 (Other low-voltage switches).