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HSN 8536: BIS Certification for Switches, Fuses & Circuit Breakers

Regulatory compliance guide, applicable Indian Standards, certification requirements (ISI), and customs clearance guidelines for goods classified under HSN Code 8536 (Electrical apparatus for switching/protecting circuits (Switches, fuses)).

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Key Information for HSN 8536

HSN code
8536
Chapter
85
Description
Electrical apparatus for switching/protecting circuits (Switches, fuses)
Product category
Low Voltage Switchgear and Controlgear,Cast Iron Products,Centrifugally cast (Spun) iron pipes,Plugs and Socket-Outlets,Household Electrical goods,Electrical Accessories
Last verified
October 2026
Products covered
31
Certification type
31 ISI · 0 CRS
Testing labs
18
BIS-recognised
Est. cost range
₹46K – ₹1.8L
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BIS Products Under HSN 8536 (31)

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HSN 8536 and BIS Certification

Short answers about this HSN code.

Is BIS certification mandatory for goods imported under HSN 8536?

Yes. Under relevant Quality Control Orders notified by the Government of India, items classified under HSN 8536 cannot be custom-cleared without a valid BIS Licence or CRS Registration Number and the official Standard Mark.

Which certification scheme applies to HSN 8536?

Products under HSN 8536 typically fall under the ISI scheme. For Scheme-I (ISI Mark), factory inspection and independent product sample testing are required. For Scheme-II (CRS), testing in a BIS-recognized laboratory followed by self-declaration is required.

What are the key testing requirements for HSN 8536?

Products must undergo complete type testing in an accredited testing laboratory per IS 3854, IS 60898, IS 12640. Testing verifies mechanical strength, electrical safety, chemical composition, and durability as mandated in the specific Indian Standard.