About HS Code 701020
This HS code covers glass stoppers, lids, and other closures. These items are designed to seal bottles, jars, and other containers, often for high-end beverages, cosmetics, laboratory applications, or decorative purposes where a premium, inert, or aesthetically pleasing seal is required. Glass closures offer excellent chemical resistance and a sophisticated appearance, making them popular for luxury goods. International trade involves specialized glass manufacturers, packaging suppliers, and industries such as spirits, perfume, and laboratory equipment. Considerations include precise fit, sealing properties, design aesthetics, and compatibility with the container they are intended to seal. The demand for quality packaging solutions across various sectors drives the trade of these specialized glass components.
Products Under This Code
Glass bottle stoppers, glass jar lids, laboratory flask stoppers, perfume bottle closures, decanter stoppers
Real World Examples
Waterford crystal stoppers, Bormioli Rocco glass closures, Schott laboratory stoppers, specific wine bottle glass stoppers
Common Misclassification
Could be confused with closures made of other materials (e.g., plastic, cork, metal) which fall under different chapters (e.g., 3923 for plastic, 4503 for cork, 8309 for metal).
Products Classified Under 7010.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Italy, France, and Germany are significant exporters, particularly for high-quality beverage and cosmetic closures, with global importers across these industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 701020?
HS code 701020 covers: Glass; stoppers, lids and other closures. This HS code covers glass stoppers, lids, and other closures. These items are designed to seal bottles, jars, and other containers, often for high-end beverages, cosmetics, laboratory applications, or decorative purposes where a premium, inert, or aesthetically pleasing seal is required. Glass closures offer excellent chemical resistance and a sophisticated appearance, making them popular for luxury goods. International trade involves specialized glass manufacturers, packaging suppliers, and industries such as spirits, perfume, and laboratory equipment. Considerations include precise fit, sealing properties, design aesthetics, and compatibility with the container they are intended to seal. The demand for quality packaging solutions across various sectors drives the trade of these specialized glass components.
What products fall under HS code 701020?
Glass bottle stoppers, glass jar lids, laboratory flask stoppers, perfume bottle closures, decanter stoppers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 701020?
Could be confused with closures made of other materials (e.g., plastic, cork, metal) which fall under different chapters (e.g., 3923 for plastic, 4503 for cork, 8309 for metal).
How is HS code 701020 structured?
HS code 701020 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.