About HS Code 701400
This code covers signalling glassware that has not undergone optical working, meaning it's not precision-ground or polished for specific optical properties like lenses. This includes items such as glass globes for traffic lights, railway signals, marine navigation lights, and airport runway lights. These products are essential components in critical infrastructure and transportation safety systems worldwide. International trade is primarily driven by government and municipal infrastructure projects, as well as ongoing demand from transportation industries for maintenance and upgrades. Major importers are often countries investing heavily in urban development, road networks, and port expansions, such as developing economies in Asia and Africa, alongside established nations upgrading their systems. Exporters typically possess specialized glass manufacturing capabilities for large-scale, durable, and weather-resistant glass components, with China, Germany, and the USA being prominent players in this sector.
Products Under This Code
Traffic light lenses, Railway signal lenses, Marine navigation light globes, Airport runway light covers, Warning light domes, Industrial signal lamps, Emergency vehicle light covers
Real World Examples
GE Current traffic signal lenses, Siemens railway signal glass, Philips street light globes, Federal Signal warning light domes, Dialight industrial signal glass
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 940540 (other electric lamps and lighting fittings) if the entire fixture is imported, or with 701590 (other non-optically worked glasses) if the signalling purpose is not clearly defined.
Products Classified Under 7014.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and the USA are significant exporters, while developing nations and countries upgrading infrastructure are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 701400?
HS code 701400 covers: Glassware; signalling, (not optically worked). This code covers signalling glassware that has not undergone optical working, meaning it's not precision-ground or polished for specific optical properties like lenses. This includes items such as glass globes for traffic lights, railway signals, marine navigation lights, and airport runway lights. These products are essential components in critical infrastructure and transportation safety systems worldwide. International trade is primarily driven by government and municipal infrastructure projects, as well as ongoing demand from transportation industries for maintenance and upgrades. Major importers are often countries investing heavily in urban development, road networks, and port expansions, such as developing economies in Asia and Africa, alongside established nations upgrading their systems. Exporters typically possess specialized glass manufacturing capabilities for large-scale, durable, and weather-resistant glass components, with China, Germany, and the USA being prominent players in this sector.
What products fall under HS code 701400?
Traffic light lenses, Railway signal lenses, Marine navigation light globes, Airport runway light covers, Warning light domes, Industrial signal lamps, Emergency vehicle light covers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 701400?
This code can be confused with 940540 (other electric lamps and lighting fittings) if the entire fixture is imported, or with 701590 (other non-optically worked glasses) if the signalling purpose is not clearly defined.
How is HS code 701400 structured?
HS code 701400 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.