About HS Code 701590
This diverse HS code covers several types of non-optically worked glass components, including clock and watch glasses, non-corrective spectacle glasses (such as those for sunglasses or safety glasses without prescription), and hollow glass spheres or segments used in their manufacture. These items are characterized by their preliminary shape (curved, bent, hollowed) but lack the precise optical working required for corrective lenses. The international trade in these components is driven by the manufacturing sectors for watches, fashion eyewear (non-prescription), and specialized industrial applications. Importers are typically countries with strong assembly industries for watches, fashion accessories, and safety equipment, such as Switzerland (for watches), China (for various goods), and parts of Southeast Asia. Exporters are often countries with advanced glass forming capabilities, including China, Germany, and Japan, which supply these essential components to global manufacturers across different industries.
Products Under This Code
Watch glasses, Clock glasses, Non-corrective sunglass lenses (unfinished), Safety goggle lenses (unfinished), Hollow glass spheres (for lenses), Glass segments (for lenses), Fashion eyewear lenses (non-prescription, unfinished)
Real World Examples
Seiko watch crystals, Rolex watch glasses, Ray-Ban sunglass blanks (non-prescription), Oakley safety glass preforms, Swatch watch faces
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 701510 (corrective spectacle lenses) if the non-corrective nature is not clear, or with 900190 (other optically worked glass) if the items have undergone optical working.
Products Classified Under 7015.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Japan are major exporters, with Switzerland, China, and Vietnam being significant importers for assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 701590?
HS code 701590 covers: Glasses; clock or watch and similar, glasses for non-corrective spectacles, curved, bent, hollowed etc, (not optically worked), hollow glass spheres and segments, for the manufacture of such glasses. This diverse HS code covers several types of non-optically worked glass components, including clock and watch glasses, non-corrective spectacle glasses (such as those for sunglasses or safety glasses without prescription), and hollow glass spheres or segments used in their manufacture. These items are characterized by their preliminary shape (curved, bent, hollowed) but lack the precise optical working required for corrective lenses. The international trade in these components is driven by the manufacturing sectors for watches, fashion eyewear (non-prescription), and specialized industrial applications. Importers are typically countries with strong assembly industries for watches, fashion accessories, and safety equipment, such as Switzerland (for watches), China (for various goods), and parts of Southeast Asia. Exporters are often countries with advanced glass forming capabilities, including China, Germany, and Japan, which supply these essential components to global manufacturers across different industries.
What products fall under HS code 701590?
Watch glasses, Clock glasses, Non-corrective sunglass lenses (unfinished), Safety goggle lenses (unfinished), Hollow glass spheres (for lenses), Glass segments (for lenses), Fashion eyewear lenses (non-prescription, unfinished)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 701590?
This code can be confused with 701510 (corrective spectacle lenses) if the non-corrective nature is not clear, or with 900190 (other optically worked glass) if the items have undergone optical working.
How is HS code 701590 structured?
HS code 701590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (15) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.