HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7010.10 – Glass; ampoules, of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods
HS code 7010.10 is the 6-digit subheading for glass, ampoules, of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods. It is used for pharmaceutical ampoules, cosmetic serum ampoules, vaccine ampoules, laboratory reagent ampoules and essential oil ampoules.
What HS 7010.10 covers
This HS code specifically covers glass ampoules of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods. These small, hermetically sealable glass containers are predominantly utilized in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries for storing sensitive liquids, powders, or gases. Their sterile nature, inert properties, and ability to provide a secure, tamper-evident seal make them ideal for preserving the integrity and potency of their contents. Major traders include specialized glass packaging manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. Key considerations in international trade involve compliance with pharmacopoeial standards (e.g., USP, EP, JP), precise volumetric capacity, and resistance to chemical attack. The global healthcare and beauty industries are significant drivers of demand for these specialized glass containers.
- Covers
- Pharmaceutical ampoules
- Cosmetic serum ampoules
- Vaccine ampoules
- Laboratory reagent ampoules
- Essential oil ampoules
- Examples
- Schott Pharma ampoules
- Gerresheimer ampoules
- SGD Pharma ampoules
- Nipro PharmaPackaging ampoules
Codes often confused with 7010.10
Common mistake. Can be confused with other glass containers like vials (701090) if not specifically an ampoule, which is typically sealed by melting the glass neck.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 701010, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 701010 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 10% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $40M 18% of world exports
- 2 India $24M 11% of world exports
- 3 France $24M 11% of world exports
World total: $219M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $25M 10% of world imports
- 2 Spain $23M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 India $12M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $246M 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 code for 7010.10
Brazil does not split HS 7010.10: its NCM code is 7010.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 70.10 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7010.10
What is HS code 701010?
HS code 701010 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Glass; ampoules, of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods. This HS code specifically covers glass ampoules of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods. These small, hermetically sealable glass containers are predominantly utilized in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries for storing sensitive liquids, powders, or gases. Their sterile nature, inert properties, and ability to provide a secure, tamper-evident seal make them ideal for preserving the integrity and potency of their contents. Major traders include specialized glass packaging manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. Key considerations in international trade involve compliance with pharmacopoeial standards (e.g., USP, EP, JP), precise volumetric capacity, and resistance to chemical attack. The global healthcare and beauty industries are significant drivers of demand for these specialized glass containers.
What products fall under HS code 701010?
Pharmaceutical ampoules, cosmetic serum ampoules, vaccine ampoules, laboratory reagent ampoules, essential oil ampoules
What are common misclassifications for HS code 701010?
Can be confused with other glass containers like vials (701090) if not specifically an ampoule, which is typically sealed by melting the glass neck.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 701010?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 701010 in UN Comtrade data were China ($40M, 18% of world exports), India ($24M) and France ($24M). World exports came to about $219M, 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 goods under HS code 701010?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 701010 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($25M, 10% of world imports), Spain ($23M) and India ($12M). World imports came to about $246M, 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.
How is HS code 701010 structured?
HS code 701010 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 701010?
In Brazil, HS code 701010 is NCM 7010.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.