Tariff number 8536500000 80 - Other switches

Estimate the import cost for 853650

An estimate only. The customs value is the price including transport and insurance to the EU border. Excise duties, other fees and producer-specific anti-dumping rates are not included. Preferential rates need valid proof of origin. Country groups and exclusions: TARIC, as of November 2026.

Export measures for 8536500000

What applies when these goods leave the EU: export controls, dual-use and other authorisations, bans per destination and the supplementary unit of the export declaration.

Measures 1

	Destination	Start	Duty / Tax	Legal base Measure type
KP	North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea) KP	28-02-2018		Regulation0285/18 Export prohibition 278

Controls and documents 6

	Destination	Start	Duty / Tax	Legal base Measure type
BY	Belarus BY	25-02-2025	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0765/06 Export control 766
UA	Ukraine UA	25-02-2025	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0692/14 Export control 709
UA	Ukraine UA	25-08-2022	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0263/22 Export control 767
RU	Russian Federation RU	27-09-2024	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0833/14 Export control 709
RU	Russian Federation RU	24-06-2023	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0833/14 Export control 766
BY	Belarus BY	25-02-2025	Document required banned without it Details	Regulation0765/06 Export control 767

History

Preferential rules of origin for 8536500000

What the goods must meet to count as originating in a partner country and get the preferential duty, per agreement.

• Autonomous Trade Preferences (Western Balkans) · Kosovo

  EU-Chile Association Agreement · Chile

  EU-Algeria Association Agreement · Algeria

  EU-Egypt Association Agreement · Egypt

  EU-Jordan Association Agreement · Jordan

  EU-Morocco Association Agreement · Morocco

  EU-Tunisia Association Agreement · Tunisia

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture in which: the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product, and within the above limit, the value of all the materials of heading 8538 used does not exceed 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EPA CARIFORUM

  EPA Pacific · Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture: – in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product; – where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Canada CETA · Canada

  A change from any other heading, except from heading 85.38; or A change from heading 85.38, whether or not there is also a change from any other heading, provided that the value of non-originating materials classified in heading 85.38 does not exceed 50 per cent of the transaction value or ex-works price of the product.

• EU-Colombia/Peru/Ecuador Trade Agreement · Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

  Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles; except for / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 60 per cent of the ex-works price of the product

• EPA Eastern and Southern Africa

  Boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, equipped with two or more apparatus of heading No 8535 or 8536, for electric control or the distribution of electricity, including those incorporating instruments or apparatus of Chapter 90, and numerical control apparatus, other than switching apparatus of heading No 8517 / or: Manufacture: in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product; where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU Market Access Regulation (EPA) · Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture: in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product; where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP, GSP+, EBA) · Armenia, India, Kenya, Pakistan, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Syria, Vietnam

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables; boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, for electric control or the distribution of electricity / or: (a) LDCs Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product and of heading 8538 or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 70 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: (b) Other beneficiary countries Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product and of heading 8538 or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Israel Association Agreement · Israel

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture: in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product, and where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Jordan Association Agreement (relaxed rules, 2016) · Jordan

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables; boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, for electric control or the distribution of electricity / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product and of heading 8538 or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 70 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Japan EPA · Japan

  CTH except from heading 85.38; MaxNOM 50 % (EXW); or RVC 55 % (FOB).

• EU-Korea FTA · South Korea

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 V; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Lebanon Association Agreement · Lebanon

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture in which: the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product, within the above limit, the value of all the materials of heading 8538 used does not exceed 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Mexico Global Agreement · Mexico

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture: in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40 % of the ex-works price of the product, where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10 % of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Palestine Interim Association Agreement · Palestine

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits / or: Manufacture: in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 40% of the ex-works price of the product; where, within the above limit, the materials classified within heading No 8538 are only used up to a value of 10% of the ex-works price of the product / or: Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 30% of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Singapore FTA · Singapore

  Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables; boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, for electric control or the distribution of electricity / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product and of heading 8538. or Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product

• EU-Viet Nam FTA · Vietnam

  electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables; boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, for electric control or the distribution of electricity; / or: Manufacture from materials of any heading, except that of the product and of heading 8538; or manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50 % of the ex-works price of the product

Source: European Commission, Access2Markets (CC BY 4.0, shortened). The text of the agreement prevails. Access2Markets

Legal and explanatory notes for 8536500000

Sources: Combined Nomenclature 2026, Annex I to Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 (CELEX 32025R1926), and the Explanatory Notes to the Combined Nomenclature (CELEX 02019XC0329(02)-20260213). The section and chapter notes are legally binding; the explanatory notes are guidance. EUR-Lex

EU classification regulations for 8536500000

Commission regulations that classified specific goods under this code. They bind customs in every member state for identical goods.

• 8536 50 19 May 20, 2014 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
  An apparatus (so-called ‘flame detector’) consisting of passive infra-red and ultra-violet sensors, an optical filter, an evaluation unit, three output relays (fire alarm, fault and auxiliary relay) and a three colour status LED (indicating normal operation, fire and fault condition), in a cylindrical housing with a diameter of approximately 12 cm and a length of approximately 25 cm. Its operating range is 18 to 30 V DC.

  The apparatus is a component of a fire alarm system. The sensors simultaneously detect the infra-red and ultra-violet radiation emitted by a fire. If the radiation emitted is above a certain threshold, the apparatus sends an electrical signal via the fire alarm relay to a fire alarm apparatus. The fire alarm apparatus is not included upon presentation.

  Reasons

  Classification is determined by general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 8536 , 8536 50 and 8536 50 19 . Classification as an electric sound or visual signalling apparatus under heading 8531 is excluded as the apparatus has no self-contained alarm capacity (see also the Harmonised System Explanatory Notes (HSEN) to heading 8531 , group (H) of the third paragraph). Classification under heading 8537 as an apparatus equipped with two or more apparatus of heading 8535 or 8536 is also excluded as the apparatus is only equipped with apparatus of heading 8536 of the same type (three relays) (see also the HSEN to heading 8537 , exclusion (b)). The apparatus only detects that the radiation level emitted by a fire is above a certain threshold, without indicating an exact amount. Detecting changes in the radiation is not the same as measuring or checking quantities of heat. Classification under heading 9027 as instruments or apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat is therefore also excluded. The apparatus has the function of an automatic switch and is therefore to be classified under CN code 8536 50 19 as other switches for a voltage not exceeding 60 V.

• 8536 50 19 Nov 26, 2012 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
  An apparatus (so-called "passive infrared detector") consisting of a printed circuit assembly in a plastic housing with dimensions of approximately 11 × 7 × 4 cm.

  The printed circuit assembly is equipped with an infrared sensor, passive elements (capacitors, resistors), active elements (transistors, integrated circuits) and a light emitting diode. It is also equipped with a dual in-line package switch, an anti-tamper switch, a block of screw terminal connectors and an output of semiconductor relay type. The housing comprises a reflecting surface and a lens. The apparatus has an output signal of up to 30 V DC, 50 mA. The apparatus is designed to send an electrical signal to an apparatus, such as an alarm system or an electric door, when a movement is identified by detecting changes in temperature.

  Reasons

  Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 8536 , 8536 50 and 8536 50 19 . Classification as an electric sound or visual signalling apparatus under heading 8531 is excluded as the apparatus has no self-contained alarm capability. Heading 8537 covers boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets and other bases, equipped with two or more apparatus of heading 8535 or 8536 . As the apparatus has only components of the same type (two switches of the semiconductor relay type), classification under heading 8537 is therefore excluded (see also the HS Explanatory Notes to heading 8537 , exclusion (b)). Classification under heading 9027 as instruments and apparatus for measuring or checking quantities of heat is also excluded as the apparatus does not measure quantities but only detects changes in temperature for the purpose of automatically activating another apparatus. The apparatus has the function of an automatic switch and it is therefore to be classified as a switch for a voltage not exceeding 60 V under CN code 8536 50 19 .

• 8536 50 80 Apr 29, 2014 · Regulation on EUR-Lex
  A product (so-called ‘radio-controlled socket set’) in a package containing two remote controlled switches and a remote control.

  Each remote controlled switch is in an individual housing consisting of a plug, a socket, a learning button, a switch and a radio receiver and is designed for a voltage of 230 V and a maximum current of 10 A. The learning button is used for identification between the switch and the remote control. It can also be used as a manual switch. The remote control works within a transmission frequency range of 433,05 - 434,79 MHz over a distance of approximately 30 m and controls both switches independently of each other. The product is used for switching on and off, by remote control, equipment connected to the sockets.

  Reasons

  Classification is determined by general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 8536 , 8536 50 and 8536 50 80 . The remote control controls the switches independently of each other. Consequently, the product cannot be considered as a functional unit within the meaning of note 4 to Section XVI as the individual components do not contribute together to a clearly defined function. Given its objective characteristics, the function of the product is switching on and off, by remote control, the equipment connected to the sockets. Classification under heading 8526 as radio remote control apparatus is therefore excluded. As the product is used as remote controlled switches, the plug and the socket are considered inherent components needed for its operation. Consequently, classification under subheading 8536 69 90 as plugs and sockets is excluded. The product is therefore to be classified under CN code 8536 50 80 as other switches for a voltage exceeding 60 V.

UK advance tariff rulings for 8536500000

Rulings of HM Revenue & Customs for goods with UK commodity codes that start like this EU code. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff, so these rulings are guidance for the EU.

• UK 8536500700 Valid Sep 11, 2024 to Sep 10, 2027 · Ruling 600011279 on GOV.UK

  An intelligent manual call point, designed to operate a loop of intelligent fire detection devices. An alarm is initiated by pressing the re-settable element. The manual call point signals to the control and indicating equipment using an interrupt feature within a digital protocol. An alarm status is indicated through the rotation of the resettable element, displaying yellow and black indication bars and a solid red LED. The push button is a mechanical latch mechanism. Internally the call point uses a spring loaded microswitch, biased to the 'off normal' state in normal operation. When the latch is removed by pushing the button, the internal spring loading of the microswitch snaps it across to its 'normal' state. All contacts of the microswitch are electronically monitored. Once activated, the call point can be reset by inserting the reset key into the front facing LED. The call point is loop powered and operates at 17-35 V DC. Alarm current (at 24 v) 4Ma.

  Justification

  Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). GIR 1 - Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 8536 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1 000 v; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables. GIR 6 - Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 8536 50 - Other switches. Digit Code: 853650 07 - Electromechanical snap-action switches for a current not exceeding 11 a. Also Classified in Accordance with: General …

• UK 8536500700 Valid Apr 7, 2026 to Apr 6, 2029 · Ruling 600015030 on GOV.UK

  A D4B series limit switch designed for reliable position detection and safety applications in industrial environments. This switch features a top roller plunger actuator for consistent operation when contacted by moving machine parts and is equipped with 1 normally closed (NC) and 1 normally open (NO) snap-action contact. The switch has an M20 conduit entry and a robust metal housing suitable for demanding industrial conditions. It supports a rated current of up to 10 A (AC, resistive load), making it suitable for position monitoring and general control applications.

  Justification

  Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). GIR 1 - Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 8536 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1,000 V; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables GIR 6 - Has been used to classify the goods to sub-heading 8536 50 – Other switches 8 Digit Code: 85365007 – Electromechanical snap-action switches for a current not exceeding 11 a Also Classified in Accordance with: General Notes (A) (7) …

• UK 8536501100 Valid Jan 29, 2025 to Jan 28, 2028 · Ruling 600012305 on GOV.UK

  A electronic push button switch 'Cut out Switch' for silencing vehicle safety sounders when the sound would not be appropriate for instance late at night. The switch is operated by a push button and comes in two versions, one when the cut-out of the alarm occurs for a set period of time after the button is pushed, and one when the alarm is silenced until the button is pressed again. The override switch is pushed to disable the reverse alarm for approx 4 minutes, after this time has elapsed the alarm will operate normally until the button is re-pressed. The rated voltage of the switches is between 12-24 volts of direct current and rated current is at 300 milliamps or less. The durability and Standards CE marked and EMC approved. The switch is made of a PCB board fitted with components that is sealed in resin inside a plastic case to make it waterproof. The switch come packaged in a plastic bag complete with button to operate, warning sticker and fitting instructions.

  Justification

  Classification has been determined in accordance with the following: For the purposes of determining the commodity codes within which goods most appropriately fall, reg 3 (1) of The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out that the rules of interpretation contained in the following have effect – a. Part Two (Goods Classification Table Rules of Interpretation) of the Tariff of the United Kingdom (Reg 3(1)(a)); and b. Notes to a section or chapter of the Goods Classification Table (Reg 3(1)(b)). GIR 1 - Has been used to classify this product by the terms of heading 8536 - Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, relays, fuses, surge suppressors, plugs, sockets, lamp holders and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage not exceeding 1 000 v; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables. GIR 5 (b) - has been used to identify the type of packaging - The switch come packaged in a plastic bag complete with button to operate, warning sticker and fitting instructions. GIR 6 - Has been used to classify the goods to subheading …

Source: HM Revenue & Customs, Advance Tariff Rulings. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Restrictions and flags for 853650

• Russia sanctions: import ban Regulation (EU) No 833/2014, Annex XXI 8536

  Art. 3i, goods generating significant revenue for Russia

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Russia sanctions: export ban Regulation (EU) No 833/2014, Annex XXIII 8536

  Art. 3k, goods contributing to Russian industrial capacity

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365003

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365003).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 9A121 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365005

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365005).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 9A121 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365007

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365007).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 9A121 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365011

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365011).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 9A121 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365015

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365015).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 9A121 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365019

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365019).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 3A001d, 9A121, 3A501 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex
• Dual-use goods Regulation (EU) 2021/821, Annex I 85365080

  Covers only part of the goods under this code (act names 85365080).

  May be dual-use; check the Annex I entry 3A001d, 9A121, 3A501 (correlation table is non-binding)

  Read the act on EUR-Lex

For orientation only. Check the act before you rely on a flag; thresholds, derogations and exceptions are not shown in full. The dual-use table links codes to control list entries and is non-binding.

EU trade in 2025 for 853650

Extra-EU imports

€2.5B

43,145 t

Extra-EU exports

€3.1B

Top origin countries by import value

1. China €906.1M
2. United States €243.5M
3. Switzerland €169.6M
4. Tunisia €114.6M
5. Vietnam €106.4M

CN8 codes below this code: 7. Source: Eurostat, Comext, CC BY 4.0, processed by hscode.info. Confidential trade is not allocated to codes.

Tariff changes for 853650 since 2016

• Jan 2025 8 codes Code removed
• Jul 2019 4 codes Third-country duty: 0.6 % → 0 %
• Jul 2019 10 codes Code removed
• Jul 2019 3 codes Code added
• Jan 2019 5 codes Code removed
• Jul 2018 4 codes Third-country duty: 1.2 % → 0.6 %
• Jul 2017 4 codes Third-country duty: 1.7 % → 1.2 %
• Jan 2017 8536501140 Code added

Month-by-month comparison of the European Commission’s TARIC extractions. Seasonal entry prices left out.

UK import duty for 853650

• 0%

Third-country duties of all UK commodity codes under this HS subheading. Source: UK Department for Business and Trade, as of Nov 2, 2026. The UK tariff differs from the EU tariff.

Import VAT in the EU

• Austria 20 %
• Belgium 21 %
• Bulgaria 20 %
• Croatia 25 %
• Cyprus 19 % maybe 3 %
• Czechia 21 %
• Denmark 25 %
• Estonia 24 % maybe 9 %
• Finland 25.5 %
• France 20 %
• Germany 19 %
• Greece 24 %
• Hungary 27 %
• Ireland 23 %
• Italy 22 %
• Latvia 21 %
• Lithuania 21 %
• Luxembourg 17 %
• Malta 18 %
• Netherlands 21 %
• Poland 23 %
• Portugal 23 %
• Romania 21 %
• Slovakia 23 %
• Slovenia 22 %
• Spain 21 %
• Sweden 25 %

Standard rate per member state, on the customs value, the duty and transport to the destination. Reduced rates often depend on the use or the buyer and apply only where the country provides them for these goods. Source: European Commission, Taxes in Europe Database, as of Nov 2, 2026.

Rules of origin

Information

HS Code structure

HS Code tree structure