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Electrical Component Parameter Reference

An open technical reference for electrical component types, their applications, and selection parameters.

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Device description

Portable Residual Current Device

Portable residual-current protective device installed between a power source and a connected load by means of a cable, plug, socket outlet, or other specified connection.

A portable residual current device (PRCD) is intended to provide additional residual-current protection for portable electrical equipment or a temporarily connected load.

The device is normally connected between a supply socket outlet and the load and may include a plug, flexible cable, one or more socket outlets, or a protected wired downstream connection.

Depending on the version, a PRCD can check correct supply wiring, polarity, presence of phase, neutral and protective conductors, and the condition of the protective conductor during operation.

When specified faults are detected, the device may inhibit switching on or automatically disconnect the load. Some versions monitor impermissible external voltage on PE and require manual reactivation after restoration of a previously lost supply voltage.

Selection criteria include plug and socket-outlet type, cable length and construction, residual-current protection characteristics, wiring and protective-conductor monitoring functions, number of protected outputs, operating conditions, and declared compliance with applicable standards.

Components in this subcategory

This subcategory includes portable residual current devices (PRCDs) with plugs, cables, integral socket outlets, or protected output connections, including versions with enhanced monitoring of supply wiring and the protective conductor.

Available parameters

Portable Residual Current Device

234 parameters
General6
Product Series

Commercial or technical designation of a manufacturer's product family sharing a common design and compatible characteristics.

Application

Range of tasks and systems for which the manufacturer recommends the component.

Intended Use

Primary function of the device and its intended use as defined by its design and the manufacturer's documentation.

Installation Location

Permissible installation location of the product: indoors, outdoors, in a technical area, or as part of equipment.

Installation Environment

Environmental conditions under which installation and operation of the product are permitted.

Orientation

Permissible spatial orientation of the component during installation and operation.

Dimensions3
Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product between its outermost lateral points.

Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product from its lowest to its highest point.

Depthmm

External distance between the foremost and rearmost surfaces of the product.

Materials and Finish14
Material

Primary material from which the product is manufactured.

Material Grade

Grade, alloy, class, or technical designation of the product's primary material.

Color

Primary visually perceived colour of the product's external surface.

RAL Color

Designation of the product's primary surface colour according to the RAL colour system.

Surface Finish

Type of final surface finish of the product determining its appearance and service properties.

Surface Texture

Character of the surface microrelief and visual structure after manufacturing or finishing.

Surface Treatment

Technological surface treatment applied to modify its protective, mechanical, or decorative properties.

Coating Type

Type of protective, functional, or decorative coating applied to the surface.

Coating Material

Material or chemical basis of the coating applied to the surface of the product or one of its parts.

Coating Thicknessµm

Thickness of the coating layer applied to the surface of the product or one of its parts.

Halogen-Free

Indicates whether the product material is classified as halogen-free according to the characteristics declared by the manufacturer.

Flammability Class

Classification of a material according to its ability to ignite, sustain combustion, and cease burning under a specified test.

Glow-Wire Test Temperature°C

Temperature of the heated wire used when testing the material or product against an ignition source.

Glow-Wire Ignition Temperature°C

Lowest declared glow-wire temperature at which ignition of the material is assessed according to the specified method.

Mounting and Installation21
Mounting Type

Installation arrangement permitted by the product design, such as wall-mounted, flush-mounted, floor-mounted, or another specified mounting type.

Mounting Method

Method used to mechanically secure the product to a support, surface, or load-bearing structure.

Mounting Surface

Type of surface or supporting base to which the product may be fixed.

Number of Mounting Holes

Number of holes provided in the product for mechanical fixing.

Mounting Hole Diametermm

Diameter of the hole provided for a fixing element used when mounting the product.

Mounting Hole Shape

Geometric shape of the hole intended for mechanical fixing of the product.

Horizontal Mounting Hole Spacingmm

Distance between the centres of mounting holes in the horizontal direction.

Vertical Mounting Hole Spacingmm

Distance between the centres of mounting holes in the vertical direction.

Mounting Pattern Widthmm

Horizontal dimension of the mounting pattern between the outermost fixing points of the product.

Mounting Pattern Heightmm

Vertical dimension of the mounting pattern between the outermost fixing points of the product.

Mounting Screw Size

Size designation of the screw, bolt, or other threaded fastener used for mounting the product.

Mounting Thread

Designation of the thread provided in the product's mounting holes or fixing elements.

Mounting Tightening TorqueNm

Tightening torque recommended or permitted for fasteners during product installation.

Fasteners Included

Indicates whether the required fasteners are included with the product.

Fastener Material

Primary material of screws, bolts, nuts, rivets, and other product fasteners.

Direct Device Mounting Supported

Indicates whether equipment may be mounted directly to the mounting surface without an intermediate DIN rail.

DIN Rail Mounting Supported

Indicates whether the design provides for mounting equipment on a DIN rail.

Compatible DIN Rail Types

List of DIN rail profiles with which the product is mechanically compatible.

Tool-Free Mounting

Indicates whether the intended installation of the product can be carried out without tools.

Strain Relief Supported

Indicates whether provision is made for mechanical strain relief of entered cables against tensile forces.

Strain Relief Included

Indicates whether cable strain-relief elements are included with the product.

Electrical Parameters66
Supply Current Type

Type of electrical current for which the product's main supply circuit is intended.

Rated VoltageV

Voltage value assigned to the product by the manufacturer for specified application conditions and characteristics.

Rated AC VoltageV

Rated RMS value of alternating voltage assigned to the product by the manufacturer.

Rated DC VoltageV

Rated direct voltage assigned to the product by the manufacturer.

Rated Operational VoltageV

Operating-circuit voltage with reference to which the product's performance characteristics are specified.

Maximum Operating VoltageV

Maximum voltage at which continuous operation of the product is permitted under the conditions declared by the manufacturer.

Minimum Operating VoltageV

Minimum voltage at which the manufacturer guarantees the intended operating mode of the product.

Rated FrequencyHz

AC frequency assigned to the product for normal operating conditions.

Minimum FrequencyHz

Lower limit of the electrical network or signal frequency at which product operation is permitted.

Maximum FrequencyHz

Upper limit of the electrical network or signal frequency at which product operation is permitted.

Number of Phases

Number of phases of the electrical system for which the product is designed to be connected or used.

Rated Insulation VoltageV

Voltage with reference to which the product's insulation clearances and dielectric properties are specified.

Rated Impulse Withstand VoltagekV

Peak value of an impulse voltage of specified waveform that the product insulation must withstand without breakdown.

Dielectric Test VoltageV

Test voltage applied to verify the dielectric strength of the product insulation.

Minimum Insulation ResistanceMΩ

Minimum permissible insulation resistance between the specified electrically separated parts.

Overvoltage Category

Category characterizing the expected level of impulse overvoltages at the product's point of use.

Pollution Degree

Degree of pollution of the surrounding microenvironment considered when selecting insulation distances and product characteristics.

Maximum Power DissipationW

Maximum thermal power loss that the product can dissipate under specified conditions.

Reference Ambient Temperature°C

Ambient temperature to which the manufacturer's declared electrical or thermal characteristic applies.

Conductor Connection Type

Conductor connection methods supported by the specified terminals or connection elements.

Supported Conductor Class

Conductor construction classes permitted by the product's electrical connection system.

Terminal Tightening TorqueNm

Tightening torque specified by the manufacturer for a screw or bolted terminal connection.

Mechanical Endurancecycles

Declared number of mechanical operating cycles that the product can perform without electrical switching load.

Electrical Endurancecycles

Declared number of electrical load-switching cycles under the conditions specified by the manufacturer.

Conductor System

Configuration of live and neutral conductors of the electrical system supported by the product.

Supported Pole Configurations

Pole-count configurations for which the product is intended to be used or connected.

Pole Configuration

Actual electrical pole configuration of the product, including the number and function of switched poles.

Rated CurrentA

Current assigned to the product by the manufacturer for the declared operating and thermal conditions.

Maximum Rated CurrentA

Highest rated current permitted for the relevant version or configuration of the product.

Continuous Service CurrentA

Current that the product can carry continuously under the manufacturer's declared conditions without exceeding permissible temperature rise.

Power Dissipation at Rated CurrentW

Thermal power loss of the product or current-carrying system at rated current.

Maximum Incoming Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum nominal conductor cross-section permitted at the product's incoming connection.

Maximum Outgoing Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum nominal conductor cross-section permitted at the product's outgoing connection.

Minimum Incoming Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum conductor cross-section permitted for connection to the incoming terminal of the main power circuit.

Minimum Outgoing Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum conductor cross-section permitted for connection to the outgoing terminal of the main power circuit.

Maximum Neutral Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum nominal cross-section of the neutral conductor permitted by the relevant product connection.

Minimum Neutral Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum neutral conductor cross-section permitted for connection to the corresponding product terminal.

Maximum PE Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Maximum nominal cross-section of the PE protective conductor permitted by the relevant product connection.

Minimum PE Conductor Cross-Sectionmm²

Minimum PE protective conductor cross-section permitted for the specified protective connection of the product.

Supported Conductor Material

Conductor materials for which the specified terminals and connection methods are designed.

Maximum Main Conductors per Terminal

Maximum number of main-power-circuit conductors that may be connected simultaneously to one terminal.

Neutral Current Capacity Ratio%

Ratio of the permissible current-carrying capacity of the neutral conductor or busbar to the corresponding phase current capacity.

Neutral Disconnection Supported

Indicates whether the neutral conductor can be disconnected for servicing or testing.

Neutral Switching Supported

Indicates whether switching of the neutral conductor together with the live conductors is provided.

Neutral Pole Type

Electrical and switching arrangement of the product's neutral pole.

Neutral Switching Sequence

Sequence of making and breaking the neutral pole relative to the phase poles.

Adjustable Neutral Pole Timing

Indicates whether the sequence or timing of neutral-pole switching relative to the phase poles is adjustable.

External Short-Circuit Protection Required

Indicates whether an external short-circuit protective device is required for the declared operation of the product.

Backup Protection Required

Indicates whether an additional upstream protective device is required to achieve the declared product characteristics.

Reverse Feed Allowed

Indicates whether the manufacturer permits the device to be supplied from the side opposite to the normal or marked supply direction.

DC Polarity Sensitive

Indicates whether specified polarity or current direction must be observed when the product operates in a DC circuit.

Supply Connection Direction

Manufacturer-permitted or specified side for connecting the main power supply to the product.

Residual Current Type

Classification of the device sensitivity to the waveform and nature of residual current, for example AC, A, F, or B.

Residual Current Detection Frequency MinimumHz

Minimum residual-current frequency for which the manufacturer declares detection capability.

Residual Current Detection Frequency MaximumHz

Maximum residual-current frequency for which the manufacturer declares detection capability.

DC Residual Current Detection ThresholdA

Declared threshold value of DC residual current for the specified detection function.

Rated Residual Operating CurrentA

Rated residual operating current IΔn at which the device protective function is required to operate under specified conditions.

Rated Residual Non-Operating CurrentA

Rated residual non-operating current IΔno below which the device is not required to operate under specified conditions.

Residual Current Operating Principle

Operating principle of the residual-current protective function with regard to its dependence on the supply-network voltage.

Residual Current Time-Delay Class

Time-characteristic class of the residual-current protective function defining the presence and nature of the specified time delay.

Test Circuit Voltage MinimumV

Minimum supply voltage at which the integrated functional-test circuit of the residual-current protection is designed to operate.

Test Circuit Voltage MaximumV

Maximum supply voltage at which the integrated functional-test circuit of the residual-current protection is designed to operate.

Rated Making and Breaking CapacityA

Rated making and breaking capacity Im declared for the device under specified conditions.

Rated Residual Making and Breaking CapacityA

Rated residual making and breaking capacity IΔm declared for the device under specified conditions.

Rated Conditional Residual Short-Circuit CurrentkA

Rated conditional residual short-circuit current IΔc declared when the specified upstream short-circuit protective device is used.

Rated Conditional Short-Circuit CurrentkA

Prospective short-circuit current that the product can withstand when the specified external protective device is used.

Protection and Safety31
IP Rating

Degree of enclosure protection against access to hazardous parts and ingress of solid objects and water, designated by the IP code.

Front-Side IP Rating

IP degree of protection provided by the accessible front side of the product after its intended installation.

IK Rating

Class of enclosure resistance to external mechanical impacts designated by the IK code.

Ingress Protection Certified

Indicates whether the declared ingress protection of the enclosure has been verified by certification or testing.

Protection Against Direct Contact

Method or level of protection of the user against direct contact with hazardous live parts.

Finger-Safe

Indicates whether the design prevents finger access to hazardous live parts in the intended condition.

Touch-Safe

Indicates whether the design provides protection against accidental contact with hazardous live parts.

Protective Shrouds Included

Indicates whether insulating or mechanical protective shrouds are included with the product.

Live Parts Covered

Indicates whether live parts are covered by protective elements in the intended product state.

UV Resistant

Indicates whether the material and coating are designed to withstand ultraviolet radiation.

Oil Resistant

Indicates whether the product materials retain their declared properties when exposed to the specified oils.

Chemical Resistance

Groups of chemicals or environments whose effects the product can withstand under the declared conditions.

Surge Current WithstandkA

Declared withstand capability of the device against a surge current of a specified waveform without unwanted operation.

Surge Current Waveform

Current impulse waveform to which the declared surge-current withstand value of the device applies.

Enhanced Immunity to Unwanted Tripping

Indicates whether the device has declared enhanced immunity to unwanted residual-current operation caused by transients or network disturbances.

Manufacturer Immunity Class

Manufacturer-specific designation characterizing enhanced product immunity to unwanted operation or electrical disturbances.

Smooth DC Residual Current Detection Supported

Indicates whether the device is capable of detecting smooth DC residual current as part of the specified protective or monitoring function.

Integral Overcurrent Protection

Indicates whether integral overcurrent protection is provided for the relevant electrical circuit.

Supply Wiring Check Supported

Indicates whether the product provides a function for checking correct connection of the incoming supply wiring before or during operation.

Supply Polarity Check Supported

Indicates whether the product can detect incorrect or reversed connection of live supply conductors where such a check is applicable to the system.

Phase Conductor Presence Check Supported

Indicates whether the required phase or live conductor is checked for presence before power is permitted to be supplied to the load.

Neutral Conductor Presence Check Supported

Indicates whether the presence of the neutral conductor is checked in a supply system where it is required.

Protective Conductor Presence Check Supported

Indicates whether the presence or continuity of the protective conductor is checked before the specified product operation is permitted.

Protective Conductor Monitoring Supported

Indicates whether the product provides a dedicated function for monitoring the condition of the protective conductor.

Continuous Protective Conductor Monitoring Supported

Indicates whether the condition of the protective conductor is continuously monitored while the protected load is energized.

Protective Conductor External Voltage Detection Supported

Indicates whether the product can detect external or potentially hazardous voltage appearing on the protective conductor.

External Voltage on Protective Conductor Causes Trip

Indicates whether detection of impermissible external voltage on the protective conductor causes the device to disconnect the protected circuit.

Switch-On Inhibited on Wiring Fault

Indicates whether switching on the load is inhibited when a specified fault in the incoming supply wiring is detected.

All-Pole Disconnection

Indicates whether the switching mechanism disconnects all live conductors that are required to be opened according to the product configuration.

Trips on Supply Voltage Failure

Indicates whether the protected output is automatically disconnected when the required supply voltage is lost.

Manual Reactivation Required After Supply Restoration

Indicates whether manual user action is required to re-energize the load after restoration of a previously lost supply voltage.

Environmental Conditions23
Minimum Operating Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum Operating Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which normal operation of the product is permitted.

Maximum 24-Hour Average Temperature°C

Maximum permissible average ambient temperature over a consecutive 24-hour period.

Minimum Storage Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Maximum Storage Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during storage of the product while not in operation.

Minimum Transport Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature permitted during transportation of the product.

Maximum Transport Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature permitted during transportation of the product.

Minimum Installation Temperature°C

Minimum ambient temperature at which the manufacturer permits installation of the product.

Maximum Installation Temperature°C

Maximum ambient temperature at which the manufacturer permits installation of the product.

Temperature Derating Required

Indicates whether permissible electrical or thermal loading must be reduced as temperature changes.

Temperature Derating Start°C

Temperature above which the permissible product load must be reduced.

Temperature Derating Curve Available

Indicates whether the manufacturer has published the relationship between permissible product load and temperature.

Minimum Relative Humidity%

Minimum relative air humidity permitted for the declared operating or test condition.

Maximum Relative Humidity%

Maximum relative air humidity permitted for the declared operating or test condition.

Relative Humidity Reference Temperature°C

Temperature at which the corresponding relative humidity value is specified or standardized.

Non-Condensing Humidity

Indicates whether the permissible humidity value applies only to non-condensing conditions.

Maximum Installation Altitudem

Maximum altitude above sea level at which the product may be installed without exceeding the declared conditions.

Altitude Derating Required

Indicates whether the permissible product load must be reduced as installation altitude increases.

Altitude Derating Startm

Altitude above sea level above which the permissible product load must be reduced.

Altitude Derating Curve Available

Indicates whether the manufacturer provides a table or curve for derating the permissible load when operating above the reference altitude.

Vibration Resistant

Indicates whether the product's resistance to vibration has been verified under the declared conditions.

Mechanical Shock Resistant

Indicates whether the product's resistance to short-duration mechanical shocks has been verified.

Environmental Test Standard

Standard or method used for climatic, mechanical, or combined testing of the product.

Included Equipment21
Local Control Element Included

Indicates whether a local control element such as a handle, lever, rotary element, or similar device is supplied with the product.

Accessory Pack Included

Indicates whether an accessory pack is included in the product's standard equipment.

Installation Hardware Kit Included

Indicates whether an installation hardware kit is included in the product's standard equipment.

Documentation Included

Indicates whether documentation is included in the product's standard supply.

Installation Manual Included

Indicates whether an installation manual is included with the product.

Wiring Diagram Included

Indicates whether a wiring diagram is included with the product.

Auxiliary Contacts Included

Indicates whether one or more auxiliary contacts are included in the standard product configuration.

Alarm Contact Included

Indicates whether an alarm signalling contact is included in the product's standard equipment.

Normally Open Auxiliary Contact Count

Number of normally open (NO) auxiliary contacts installed in or supplied with the product.

Normally Closed Auxiliary Contact Count

Number of normally closed (NC) auxiliary contacts installed in or supplied with the product.

Changeover Auxiliary Contact Count

Number of changeover auxiliary contacts installed in or supplied with the product.

Plug Type

Type or system of mains plug integrated into the product or supplied as part of it.

Socket-Outlet Type

Type or system of electrical socket outlet integrated into or supplied with the product.

Socket-Outlet Count

Number of electrical socket outlets integrated into or supplied as part of the product.

Supply Cable Included

Indicates whether a supply cable is permanently connected to the product or supplied with it.

Supply Cable Lengthmm

Length of the supply cable supplied with the product or permanently connected to it.

Supply Cable Designation

Manufacturer-declared standard or type designation of the supply cable fitted to or supplied with the product.

Supply Cable Replaceable

Indicates whether the supply cable can be replaced in accordance with the procedure specified by the manufacturer.

Protected Downstream Connection Supported

Indicates whether a wired downstream connection additionally protected by the product residual-current function is provided.

Protected Downstream Connection Count

Number of wired downstream connections protected by the product residual-current function.

Socket-Outlet Safety Shutters Present

Indicates whether the socket outlet has safety shutters that close access to live contact openings when no plug is inserted.

Special Features17
Manual Operation Supported

Indicates whether direct manual operation of the product's main switching function is supported.

Auxiliary Contacts Supported

Indicates whether the product supports installation or connection of specified auxiliary contacts.

Alarm Contact Supported

Indicates whether a discrete alarm signal can be generated through the provided signalling contact.

Position Auxiliary Contact Supported

Indicates whether an auxiliary contact for electrical signalling of the main switching mechanism position is supported.

Control Element Type

Type of physical local control element used to operate the product.

Control Element Position

Physical position of the local control element on the product or relative to its enclosure.

Remote Operation Supported

Indicates whether the product's main operating function can be controlled by a remote command.

Automatic Operation Supported

Indicates whether the product can perform its main operating function automatically without a direct operator command for each switching operation.

Manual Override Supported

Indicates whether local manual override is provided with intended priority over automatic, programmed, or electrically commanded operation.

Suitable for Isolation

Indicates whether the switching device is declared suitable for providing an isolation function.

Positive Contact Position Indication

Indicates whether a positive mechanical relationship exists between the position indication and the actual position of the main contacts.

Visible Contact Position Indication

Indicates whether visible indication is provided to determine the position of the main switching contacts.

Test Button Present

Indicates whether the product has a local TEST button for the specified functional check of the device.

Residual Current Trip Indicator Present

Indicates whether separate indication is provided to distinguish a residual-current trip from other states or causes of disconnection.

Reset Button Present

Indicates whether the product has a separate local RESET button for performing the specified reset function.

Manual Reset Required After Residual Trip

Indicates whether a manual reset is required after a residual-current trip before normal operation can be restored.

Automatic Reclosing Supported

Indicates whether the manufacturer provides an automatic reclosing or automatic restart function after disconnection.

Standards and Compliance22
Certification and Conformity Marks

Certification, market-approval, or conformity marks applicable to the product.

Primary Product Standard

Primary normative document or standard according to which the manufacturer classifies or assesses the product.

Additional Standards

Additional normative documents and standards declared by the manufacturer as applicable to the product.

Declaration of Conformity Available

Indicates whether an official declaration of conformity is available for the product.

Certificate Available

Indicates whether a certificate relating to the declared certification or conformity of the product is available.

CE Marked

Indicates whether the CE marking is applied to the product where applicable.

UL Listed

Indicates whether the product has a declared UL Listed certification or recognition status.

UL Recognized

Indicates whether the product has a declared UL Recognized certification or recognition status.

CSA Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared CSA certification or recognition status.

TÜV Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared TÜV certification or recognition status.

VDE Certified

Indicates whether the product has a declared VDE certification or recognition status.

Railway Approval

Indicates the presence of an approval or certification for use of the product on railway rolling stock or in railway infrastructure.

RoHS Compliant

Indicates whether product compliance with applicable RoHS restrictions on hazardous substances has been declared.

REACH Compliant

Indicates whether the manufacturer declares compliance of the product with applicable REACH Regulation requirements.

Compliance Notes

Additional manufacturer information concerning standards, certificates, declarations, and limitations of the declared compliance scope.

IEC 60529 Compliant

Indicates whether the manufacturer declares product compliance with IEC 60529.

IEC 60068 Tested

Indicates whether the product has been tested according to applicable methods of the IEC 60068 series.

IEC 60755 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance of the product with the applicable general requirements of IEC 60755 for residual-current-operated protective devices.

IEC 61543 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance of the product with the applicable IEC 61543 electromagnetic-compatibility requirements for residual current devices for household and similar uses.

IEC 61540 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance of the product with the applicable IEC 61540 requirements for portable residual current devices without integral overcurrent protection for household and similar uses.

UL 943 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance of the product with the applicable UL 943 requirements for Class A ground-fault circuit interrupter devices.

CSA C22.2 No. 144.1 Compliant

Indicates declared compliance of the product with the applicable CSA C22.2 No. 144.1 requirements for Class A ground-fault circuit interrupter devices.

Logistics10
Net Weightkg

Mass of the product itself, excluding transport packaging, additional accessories, and external equipment.

Gross Weightkg

Mass of the product together with its individual packaging and the accessories included in it.

Package Widthmm

External horizontal dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Heightmm

External vertical dimension of the product's individual package.

Package Depthmm

External depth dimension of the product's individual package.

Packaging Type

Design type of the product's individual or transport packaging.

Units per Package

Number of individual products contained in one packaging unit at the specified level.

Country of Origin

Country of origin of the goods declared for customs or commercial purposes.

HS Code

Commodity code under the international Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System.

Combined Nomenclature Code

Commodity code under the Combined Nomenclature of the European Union.