Rotary Lobe Pump for Food Processing from Mexico
A sanitary rotary lobe pump used for pumping viscous foods like yogurt, sauces, and creams in processing plants. The lobes rotate to provide gentle, positive displacement without damaging shear-sensitive products, classified under HTS 8419.60.00. Meets 3A sanitary standards.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain 3A certification documentation and material traceability for food-contact surfaces
• Declare surface finish (Ra values) and CIP/SIP capabilities in entry docs
• Avoid pitfalls by specifying 'sanitary' vs 'industrial' construction to prevent reclassification