Electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

HS v2017 Code: 853669

About electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

hs code 853669 covers a wide range of electrical apparatus, including plugs and sockets, designed for use at voltages up to 1000 volts. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader electrical and electronics sector, providing the essential components that enable the safe and reliable transmission of power across a variety of applications, from residential and commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure projects.

Production process

The production of electrical apparatus under hs code 853669 typically involves a multi-step manufacturing process. This often begins with the fabrication of the core components, such as the plug or socket housing, using materials like plastic, metal, or ceramic. These components are then assembled with the necessary electrical connections, terminals, and other functional elements. Automated machinery and precision tooling are commonly used to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in the assembly process. Final testing and quality control measures are also an integral part of the production workflow to verify the safety and performance of the finished products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of electrical apparatus under hs code 853669 include raw materials such as plastics, metals, and conductive materials like copper or aluminum. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as injection molding machines, stamping presses, and assembly lines, are also essential inputs for this industry. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in electrical engineering, manufacturing, and quality control.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 853669 are a wide range of electrical plugs, sockets, and related apparatus designed for use at voltages up to 1000 volts. These products are consumed by a variety of downstream industries, including 851650 Electrical transformers, static converters and inductors, 853710 Switchgear and switchboards, and 854420 Printed circuits, as well as the construction and installation sectors for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems.

Revisions to 853669

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 853669. The most recent 1 version of this code (853669) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 853669 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8536'>8536: Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts; connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853669'>853669: Electrical apparatus; plugs and sockets, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853610'>853610: Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853620'>853620: Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853630'>853630: Electrical apparatus; for protecting electrical circuits, n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853641'>853641: Electrical apparatus; relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853649'>853649: Electrical apparatus; relays, for a voltage exceeding 60 volts</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853650'>853650: Electrical apparatus; switches n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853661'>853661: Electrical apparatus; lamp-holders, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853670'>853670: Connectors for optical fibres, optical fibre bundles or cables</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853690'>853690: Electrical apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]

    

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