Product classification
HS code for Lobe pump: 8413.60
Pumps, rotary positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids.
Classification of lobe pump under HS 8413.60
Lobe pumps are classified under HS code 8413.60, which covers rotary positive displacement pumps for liquids. The classification is based on the mechanical principle of the pump's operation. Lobe pumps utilize two or more rotating lobes that trap fluid between the lobes and the pump casing, moving it from the inlet to the outlet. Because they do not use a reciprocating motion (like a piston) and are not centrifugal (which uses kinetic energy), they fall into the category of 'other' rotary positive displacement pumps. This classification is guided by the Explanatory Notes to heading 8413, which specify that the heading includes pumps for liquids whether or not fitted with a measuring device. The lobe pump's ability to handle high-viscosity fluids and solids without damaging them makes it a staple in the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries, but its HS classification remains strictly tied to its rotary displacement mechanism rather than its end-use industry.
- Covers
- Sanitary rotary lobe pumps
- Industrial gear pumps
- Vane pumps for liquid transport
- Screw pumps (single or multi-screw)
- Peristaltic pumps
- Circulating pumps for viscous fluids
- Also under 8413.60
- Viking Pump gear pumps
- Waukesha Cherry-Burrell lobe pumps
- Seepex progressive cavity pumps
- Watson-Marlow peristaltic pumps
- Netzsch screw pumps
Codes often confused with 8413.60
Common mistake. Lobe pumps are often misclassified under HS code 8413.50, which is designated for reciprocating positive displacement pumps. The distinction is mechanical: reciprocating pumps use a back-and-forth motion, while lobe pumps use rotation. Additionally, they may be confused with HS code 8413.70 for centrifugal pumps. Centrifugal pumps are the most common liquid pumps, but they operate on a completely different physical principle involving an impeller. Using the incorrect code can lead to issues with customs valuation and regulatory compliance, especially in jurisdictions with specific energy efficiency standards for different pump types.
Top exporters and importers of HS 841360 (the code used for lobe pump), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 841360 (the code used for lobe pump) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 841360, not only lobe pump.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.6B 19% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.5B 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.3B 15% of world exports
World total: $8.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 17% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $977M 11% of world imports
- 3 China $909M 10% of world imports
World total: $9.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for lobe pump
Brazil splits HS 8413.60 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8413.60.11Gear pumps, flow 300 l/min or less
- 8413.60.19Other rotary pumps, flow 300 l/min or less
- 8413.60.90Rotary pumps, flow over 300 l/min
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about lobe pump
What is the HS code for Lobe pump?
The HS code for Lobe pump is 841360 (Pumps; rotary positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids). The HS code for a lobe pump is 8413.60, as it is a rotary positive displacement pump for liquids.
How do I classify Lobe pump for customs?
Lobe pump is classified under HS code 841360 — Pumps; rotary positive displacement pumps, n.e.c. in heading no. 8413, for liquids. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the material of the pump affect the HS code?
Generally, no. Whether the lobe pump is made of stainless steel for food grade use or cast iron for industrial use, it remains under 8413.60 based on its mechanical operation.
Which countries are the top exporters of lobe pump (HS 841360)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 841360 (the code used for lobe pump) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.6B, 19% of world exports), Germany ($1.5B) and the United States ($1.3B). World exports came to about $8.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of lobe pump (HS 841360)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 841360 (the code used for lobe pump) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 17% of world imports), Mexico ($977M) and China ($909M). World imports came to about $9.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Lobe pump the same in all countries?
The base HS code 841360 for Lobe pump is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for lobe pump in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 841360 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for lobe pump depends on the product's details: 8413.60.11 (Gear pumps, flow 300 l/min or less), 8413.60.19 (Other rotary pumps, flow 300 l/min or less), 8413.60.90 (Rotary pumps, flow over 300 l/min).