HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8480.50 – Moulds; for glass
HS code 8480.50 is the 6-digit subheading for moulds, for glass. It is used for glass bottle moulds, glass jar moulds, pressed glass moulds, optical glass moulds and glass tableware moulds.
What HS 8480.50 covers
This HS code specifically covers moulds used in the manufacturing of glass products. These specialized moulds are designed to shape molten glass into various forms, ranging from bottles and jars to intricate glassware and optical components. The glass industry relies heavily on these precision tools to produce consistent, high-quality items efficiently. Importers are typically glass manufacturers, bottling companies, and producers of specialized glass products. Exporters are often specialized tool and die makers or engineering firms with expertise in high-temperature materials and precision machining, frequently located in countries with established glass manufacturing sectors. Key considerations in this trade include the mould's material (e.g., cast iron, nickel alloys, graphite), its thermal properties, wear resistance, and the precision of its internal surface finish, all of which directly impact the quality and appearance of the final glass product. The demand for glass moulds is driven by the global consumption of glass packaging, architectural glass, and specialty glass items.
- Covers
- Glass bottle moulds
- Glass jar moulds
- Pressed glass moulds
- Optical glass moulds
- Glass tableware moulds
- Glass fibre forming dies
- Float glass forming tools
- Examples
- Emhart Glass moulds
- Bucher Emhart Glass tooling
- Heye International moulds
- custom-made moulds for art glass
- moulds for pharmaceutical vials
Codes often confused with 8480.50
Common mistake. These moulds are distinct from those for plastics (8480.71) or metals (8480.41/49) due to the unique material properties of glass and the high-temperature environment they operate in. They should not be confused with general glass processing machinery.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 848050, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 848050 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.3% 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 China $204M 34% of world exports
- 2 Croatia $127M 21% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $34M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $603M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $57M 9.3% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $44M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 Germany $35M 5.8% of world imports
World total: $608M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 code for 8480.50
Brazil does not split HS 8480.50: its NCM code is 8480.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 84.80 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8480.50
What is HS code 848050?
HS code 848050 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Moulds; for glass. This HS code specifically covers moulds used in the manufacturing of glass products. These specialized moulds are designed to shape molten glass into various forms, ranging from bottles and jars to intricate glassware and optical components. The glass industry relies heavily on these precision tools to produce consistent, high-quality items efficiently. Importers are typically glass manufacturers, bottling companies, and producers of specialized glass products. Exporters are often specialized tool and die makers or engineering firms with expertise in high-temperature materials and precision machining, frequently located in countries with established glass manufacturing sectors. Key considerations in this trade include the mould's material (e.g., cast iron, nickel alloys, graphite), its thermal properties, wear resistance, and the precision of its internal surface finish, all of which directly impact the quality and appearance of the final glass product. The demand for glass moulds is driven by the global consumption of glass packaging, architectural glass, and specialty glass items.
What products fall under HS code 848050?
Glass bottle moulds, glass jar moulds, pressed glass moulds, optical glass moulds, glass tableware moulds, glass fibre forming dies, float glass forming tools
What are common misclassifications for HS code 848050?
These moulds are distinct from those for plastics (8480.71) or metals (8480.41/49) due to the unique material properties of glass and the high-temperature environment they operate in. They should not be confused with general glass processing machinery.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 848050?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 848050 in UN Comtrade data were China ($204M, 34% of world exports), Croatia ($127M) and Türkiye ($34M). World exports came to about $603M, 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 848050?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 848050 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($57M, 9.3% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($44M) and Germany ($35M). World imports came to about $608M, 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 848050 structured?
HS code 848050 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (80) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 848050?
In Brazil, HS code 848050 is NCM 8480.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.