HS Code 70.10 – Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass

HS code 7010 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass. Heading 7010 is a pivotal classification for the packaging industry, encompassing 'Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass.' This heading, part of Section XIII, Chapter 70 (Glass and Glassware), is specifically designed for glass containers whose primary purpose is to hold, convey, or package other goods. It includes a vast array of items from everyday food jars and beverage bottles to specialized pharmaceutical ampoules and laboratory reagent bottles. The 'preserving jars of glass' clause specifically covers items like Mason jars. Crucially, it also includes glass stoppers, lids, and other closures designed for these containers, even when presented separately. The scope is defined by the function of 'conveyance or packing of goods,' clearly differentiating it from glassware used for serving (7013) or laboratory analysis (7017). This distinction is critical for trade compliance as duties, regulations, and even food safety standards can vary significantly between packaging and other types of glassware. The historical significance of glass in packaging, especially for food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals, underscores the importance of this heading in global trade. Its relation to Chapter 70 is foundational, as it deals with mass-produced, functional glass articles essential for various industries worldwide.

Wine bottles, beer bottles, spirit bottles, glass food jars, jam jars, pickle jars, pharmaceutical vials, medical ampoules, cosmetic cream jars, perfume bottles (empty for sale), essential oil dropper bottles, laboratory reagent bottles, canning jars (e.g., Mason jars), glass stoppers for bottles, glass lids for jars, glass closures for chemical containers, pipette bottles, honey jars, baby food jars, soda bottles, milk bottles, olive oil bottles, spice jars, glass carboys, glass flasks for beverages, glass phials, glass pots for cosmetics.

A common mistake is confusing 7010 with 7013 ('Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes'). The key differentiator is the intended use: 7010 is for 'conveyance or packing of goods,' while 7013 is for direct use (e.g., drinking, serving). For example, an empty decorative perfume bottle intended for sale as a container falls under 7010, but a filled, retail-ready perfume bottle is classified under Chapter 33. Similarly, laboratory glassware for analysis (e.g., beakers, test tubes) falls under 7017, not 7010, unless it's purely for storing reagents. Plastic containers (Chapter 39) or metal containers (Chapter 73) are also distinct, based on material.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 7010 in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.0B, 20% of world exports), Germany ($1.7B) and Italy ($1.0B). World exports came to about $14.9B, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 7010 in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.8B, 12% of world imports), the United States ($1.8B) and Italy ($931M). World imports came to about $14.8B, 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.

HS code 7010 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 70 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (10) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.