HS code for surge protectors

HS code

8536.30

US tariff lines

2

US general duty

Free

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 21 (2026), effective 10/09/2026 · checked 2026-10-28

Apparatus for protecting electrical circuits up to 1,000 V, such as surge protectors, falls under 8536.30.

US tariff lines under 8536.30

US HTS codeDescriptionGeneral duty
8536.30.40Motor overload protectorsFree
8536.30.80OtherFree

Import duty on surge protectors by country

Import into the US

Free

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Import into the UK

0%

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Import into the EU

0%

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Extra duties may apply

The general rate applies to most countries. Imports from some countries also pay additional duties under Chapter 99 of the HTS, such as Section 301 tariffs on many Chinese goods. Check the current measures for your country of origin before you order.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the HS code for surge protectors?
The international HS code for surge protectors is 8536.30. Apparatus for protecting electrical circuits up to 1,000 V, such as surge protectors, falls under 8536.30.
Q2What is the US import duty on surge protectors?
It depends on the exact line: 2 US tariff lines sit under 8536.30, with general rates of Free. The table on this page lists each one. Goods from some countries pay additional duties on top.
Q3What is the 10-digit HTS code for surge protectors?
The first 8 digits set the duty; the last 2 are statistical and depend on details such as material or who the product is for. The full list of US codes under 8536.30 is in the table above.
Q4Is the HS code the same in every country?
The first 6 digits (8536.30) are the same in every country that uses the Harmonized System. The digits after that, and the duty rates, are set by each country.

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