8450.90.20.00 - Tubs and tub assemblies

This HTS subheading, 8450.90.20.00, specifically classifies tubs and tub assemblies that are integral components of household or laundry-type washing machines. This includes the main drum or basin where laundry is placed for washing, as well as any associated structural elements that form the primary containment for the washing process. These components are designed to withstand the mechanical stresses and chemical interactions associated with laundry operations.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 8450.90.40.00, which covers furniture designed to house washing machines. While furniture may be associated with the overall laundry setup, it does not constitute a functional part of the washing mechanism itself. Subheading 8450.90.20.00 is strictly limited to the parts directly involved in the washing action, such as the outer tub and inner drum.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within this subheading relies on correctly identifying the item as a tub or tub assembly intended for use in household or laundry-type washing machines, as per the scope of Chapter 84, Section XVI. The physical characteristics and intended function as a component of a washing machine are the primary criteria for classification.