HS Code for Centrifugal pump

Centrifugal pumps are classified under HS code 8413.70. Heading 8413 covers pumps for liquids, whether or not fitted with a measuring device. The classification of centrifugal pumps is based on their mechanical operation, where fluid is moved by the conversion of rotational kinetic energy to hydrodynamic energy. Subheading 8413.70 is a residual category for centrifugal pumps that are not specifically named in other subheadings of 8413. These pumps are ubiquitous in various industries, used for everything from water circulation to chemical processing. To fall under this code, the pump must be designed for liquids. The classification remains 8413.70 regardless of whether the pump is single-stage or multi-stage, or whether it is a submersible or surface-mounted unit, provided it does not meet the specific criteria of earlier subheadings such as those for fuel dispensing or internal combustion engines.

Products Included

• Single-stage end-suction centrifugal pumps
• Multi-stage centrifugal pumps for high-pressure applications
• Submersible centrifugal pumps for wastewater or wells
• Circulator pumps for heating and cooling systems
• Self-priming centrifugal pumps for agricultural irrigation

Common Misclassification

Centrifugal pumps are frequently misclassified under 8413.11 or 8413.19 if they are used in gas stations or for dispensing fuel; however, those codes are only for pumps with measuring devices. Another common error is using 8413.30, which is strictly for pumps used in internal combustion engines (like automotive water pumps). If the pump is used for air or gases, it must be classified under 8414 instead of 8413. Importers also sometimes confuse centrifugal pumps with rotary positive displacement pumps, which fall under 8413.60.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Centrifugal pump?

The standard HS code for centrifugal pumps for liquids is 8413.70.

Does the code change if the pump is submersible?

Generally, no. Most submersible pumps used for moving liquids via centrifugal force are still classified under 8413.70, unless they are specifically designed for a purpose covered by another subheading.