HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 7020.00 – Glass; articles n.e.c. in chapter 70
HS code 7020.00 is the 6-digit subheading for glass, articles n.e.c. in chapter 70. It is used for laboratory beakers, optical lenses (unfinished), glass insulators, glass reactor vessels and glass art sculptures.
What HS 7020.00 covers
This broad "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) code covers a vast array of glass articles that do not fall under any other specific heading within Chapter 70, which generally deals with glass and glassware. This includes highly specialized industrial glass components, laboratory glassware, decorative glass items, and other unique glass products. Importers can be diverse, ranging from scientific research institutions, specialized manufacturing industries (e.g., electronics, optics), to art and craft suppliers, or even niche consumer goods distributors. Exporters are typically specialized glass manufacturers with advanced production capabilities, often producing custom-made or high-precision glass articles. Trade in these goods is characterized by a wide variety of products, often with specific technical specifications or aesthetic requirements. Understanding the exact composition, manufacturing process, and intended application is paramount for accurate classification and customs clearance, as the "n.e.c." nature implies a lack of a more precise fit.
- Covers
- Laboratory beakers
- Optical lenses (unfinished)
- Glass insulators
- Glass reactor vessels
- Glass art sculptures
- Glass fibre optic preforms
- Glass micro-slides
- Glass frits
- Examples
- Corning Gorilla Glass (raw sheets/components)
- Schott AG laboratory glassware
- Pyrex (Corning) industrial glass
- Murano glass art (specific pieces)
- Hoya Corporation optical blanks
Codes often confused with 7020.00
Common mistake. This code is a common point of confusion, as many glass articles could potentially fit into more specific headings like 7017 (laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware) or 7018 (glass beads, imitation pearls, etc.) if their primary function or form is overlooked.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 702000, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 702000 in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 16% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Singapore, with 18% 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 Vietnam* ~$692M 16% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $547M 13% of world exports
- 3 Germany $531M 12% of world exports
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Singapore $873M 18% of world imports
- 2 China $601M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $416M 8.4% of world imports
World total: $4.9B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 codes for 7020.00 2
Brazil splits HS 7020.00 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 7020.00.10 Glass inners for vacuum flasksAmpolas de vidro para garrafas térmicas ou para outros recipientes isotérmicos, cujo isolamento seja assegurado pelo vácuo
- 7020.00.90 Other articles of glass not elsewhere specifiedOutras
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 70.20 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 7020.00
What is HS code 702000?
HS code 702000 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Glass; articles n.e.c. in chapter 70. This broad "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) code covers a vast array of glass articles that do not fall under any other specific heading within Chapter 70, which generally deals with glass and glassware. This includes highly specialized industrial glass components, laboratory glassware, decorative glass items, and other unique glass products. Importers can be diverse, ranging from scientific research institutions, specialized manufacturing industries (e.g., electronics, optics), to art and craft suppliers, or even niche consumer goods distributors. Exporters are typically specialized glass manufacturers with advanced production capabilities, often producing custom-made or high-precision glass articles. Trade in these goods is characterized by a wide variety of products, often with specific technical specifications or aesthetic requirements. Understanding the exact composition, manufacturing process, and intended application is paramount for accurate classification and customs clearance, as the "n.e.c." nature implies a lack of a more precise fit.
What products fall under HS code 702000?
Laboratory beakers, Optical lenses (unfinished), Glass insulators, Glass reactor vessels, Glass art sculptures, Glass fibre optic preforms, Glass micro-slides, Glass frits
What are common misclassifications for HS code 702000?
This code is a common point of confusion, as many glass articles could potentially fit into more specific headings like 7017 (laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware) or 7018 (glass beads, imitation pearls, etc.) if their primary function or form is overlooked.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 702000?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 702000 in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $692M, 16% of world exports), China ($547M) and Germany ($531M). World exports came to about $4.3B, 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 702000?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 702000 in UN Comtrade data were Singapore ($873M, 18% of world imports), China ($601M) and Germany ($416M). World imports came to about $4.9B, 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 702000 structured?
HS code 702000 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 702000?
Brazil splits HS code 702000 into 2 NCM codes: 7020.00.10 (Glass inners for vacuum flasks), 7020.00.90 (Other articles of glass not elsewhere specified). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.