HS Code 70.13 – Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes (other than of heading no. 7010 or 7018)

HS code 7013 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes (other than of heading no. 7010 or 7018). Heading 7013 is a broad and encompassing classification for 'Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes (other than of heading no. 7010 or 7018).' As part of Section XIII, Chapter 70 (Glass and Glassware), this heading captures a vast array of common glass articles found in homes and offices. It includes everything from drinking glasses and serving bowls to decorative vases, figurines, and office desk accessories. The critical aspect of this classification lies in its exclusions: it specifically carves out glass containers for conveyance or packing (7010) and certain specialized decorative glass items like glass beads or lamp-worked articles (7018). This careful delineation prevents misclassification of packaging or highly specialized craft items. The scope is defined by the intended 'purpose' – daily use in domestic, office, or decorative settings. This heading is crucial for trade compliance due to the immense volume and variety of products it covers, impacting duties, design protection, and consumer safety standards. Historically, glassware for domestic use has been a staple of trade, reflecting cultural aesthetics and practical needs. The heading's relation to Chapter 70 is fundamental, as it deals with a wide spectrum of finished glass articles, often mass-produced but also including high-end artisanal pieces, all designed for direct consumer or decorative application.

Drinking glasses (tumblers), wine glasses, beer mugs, water pitchers, glass serving bowls, glass plates, glass fruit bowls, decorative glass vases, glass figurines, glass paperweights, glass ashtrays, glass candle holders, empty glass perfume atomizers (for personal use), glass desk organizers, glass candy dishes, glass photo frames, glass terrariums, glass ornaments, glass decanters, glass cake stands, glass sugar bowls, glass creamer pitchers, glass salad servers, glass art pieces, glass flower pots, glass coasters, glass jars for personal storage, glass soap dishes.

This heading is prone to misclassification, primarily with 7010 ('Carboys, bottles... containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods'). The key distinction is function: 7013 is for direct use (e.g., drinking, serving, decoration), while 7010 is for packaging. For instance, an empty glass jar for storing sugar on a kitchen counter is 7013, but an empty jar for selling jam is 7010. Another common error is confusing it with 7018 ('Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones... lamp-worked articles, other than imitation jewellery...'). While both are decorative, 7018 covers smaller, specific forms of decorative glass. If glassware has electrical components (e.g., a lamp with a glass base), it typically falls under Chapter 94.

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 7013 in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.5B, 51% of world exports), France ($731M) and Germany ($644M). World exports came to about $11.0B, 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 7013 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.3B, 14% of world imports), Germany ($646M) and the United Kingdom ($372M). World imports came to about $9.8B, 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 7013 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 70 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (13) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.