8413.70.10.00 - Stock pumps imported for use with machines for making cellulosic pulp, paper or paperboard 🖩

This HTS classification, 8413.70.10.00, specifically addresses centrifugal pumps designed and intended for use in machinery involved in the production of cellulosic pulp, paper, or paperboard. These are not general-purpose pumps but rather specialized units manufactured to meet the demanding requirements of the paper-making industry. Examples would include pumps used for circulating pulp slurries, water for processing, or chemical additives within these manufacturing environments. The critical factor for classification under this heading is the documented intended use of the pump within the specified industrial machinery.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 8413.70.20 (Other centrifugal pumps), by its highly specialized application. While 8413.70.20 encompasses all other centrifugal pumps not otherwise specified, 8413.70.10.00 is narrowly defined by its direct integration into paper and pulp production machinery. This implies specific design considerations, material specifications, or performance capabilities tailored to the unique challenges of handling fibrous materials, corrosive chemicals, or large volumes of liquid at various stages of paper manufacturing.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on accurately identifying centrifugal pumps whose primary function and design are intrinsically linked to the manufacturing processes of cellulosic pulp, paper, or paperboard. Importers must be able to demonstrate this specific application to correctly classify goods under this heading, differentiating them from more general-purpose centrifugal pumps found in other industrial or commercial settings.