Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets: version 1

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# Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets <!--category-->

## Identity <!--identity-->
name: Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets
gpc_code: 10005567
gpc_level: brick
parent: category/78020500
gpc_publication: 286 GPC as of May 2026
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## About <!--about-->
Includes any products that can be described/observed as a connection point that delivers mains/live electricity through a plug when the plug is inserted into it. It is normally a permanent connection to the "hot side" of an electrical circuit and has female features, which are designed to mate with a male contact or pin. Includes products such as two and three pin accommodating sockets and switched and unswitched sockets.

### Excludes

Specifically excludes all sockets that are not connected to the main/live household electricity supply. Excludes products such as Plugs, Crimps, Lugs, Switches, Circuit Boards, Electrical Extension Cables/Reels, Relays and Smart Home/Home Automation Equipment - Smart Plug/Socket.
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