Product classification
HS code for Cathode ray tube glass: 7011.20
Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for cathode-ray tubes.
Classification of cathode ray tube glass under HS 7011.20
Cathode ray tube (CRT) glass is classified under HS code 7011.20. This code belongs to Chapter 70, which covers glass and glassware. Heading 7011 is specifically for glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for electric lamps, cathode-ray tubes, or the like. The subheading 7011.20 is dedicated specifically to those components intended for cathode-ray tubes. The classification logic is based on the fact that these are unfinished glass components—essentially the outer shell or envelope of the tube—before the internal electronics, phosphors, or electron guns are installed. These glass parts are engineered with specific properties, such as X-ray shielding capabilities (often containing lead or barium), to protect users from radiation emitted during the operation of the CRT. As the technology for CRTs has largely been superseded by LCD and LED displays, this code is increasingly used for the movement of glass for recycling or specialized industrial replacement parts rather than mass-market consumer electronics production.
- Covers
- Glass bulbs for television CRTs
- Glass funnels for cathode-ray tubes
- Glass faceplates for computer monitors
- Open glass envelopes for oscilloscopes
- Glass tubes for radar display units
- Also under 7011.20
- Sony Trinitron CRT glass
- Samsung CRT monitor glass
- Panasonic TV tube glass
- Tektronix oscilloscope CRT glass
Codes often confused with 7011.20
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is confusing the glass envelope (7011.20) with the finished cathode-ray tube itself, which is classified under heading 8540 (e.g., 8540.11). Heading 8540 is for thermionic, cold cathode, or photo-cathode valves and tubes that are fully functional. Another error is using 7011.10, which is reserved for glass envelopes used in electric lighting. Finally, if the glass is broken and intended only for the recovery of materials, it might be classified as glass waste or scrap under 7001.00.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701120 (the code used for cathode ray tube glass), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701120 (the code used for cathode ray tube glass) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 33% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 701120, not only cathode ray tube glass.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $454K 24% of world exports
- 2 United States $425K 22% of world exports
- 3 Germany $351K 19% of world exports
World total: $1.9M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $721K 33% of world imports
- 2 Germany $411K 19% of world imports
- 3 Spain $242K 11% of world imports
World total: $2.2M 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 cathode ray tube glass
Brazil classifies cathode ray tube glass under NCM 7011.20.00: HS 7011.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cathode ray tube glass
What is the HS code for Cathode ray tube glass?
The HS code for Cathode ray tube glass is 701120 (Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes); open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for cathode-ray tubes). The HS code for open glass envelopes and glass parts for cathode-ray tubes is 7011.20.
How do I classify Cathode ray tube glass for customs?
Cathode ray tube glass is classified under HS code 701120 — Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes); open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for cathode-ray tubes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does 7011.20 include the electron gun?
No, 7011.20 only covers the glass parts without fittings. If the electron gun or other internal components are present, it is classified under heading 8540.
Which countries are the top exporters of cathode ray tube glass (HS 701120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701120 (the code used for cathode ray tube glass) in UN Comtrade data were China ($454K, 24% of world exports), the United States ($425K) and Germany ($351K). World exports came to about $1.9M, 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 cathode ray tube glass (HS 701120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701120 (the code used for cathode ray tube glass) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($721K, 33% of world imports), Germany ($411K) and Spain ($242K). World imports came to about $2.2M, 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.
Is the HS code for Cathode ray tube glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701120 for Cathode ray tube glass is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cathode ray tube glass in Brazil?
In Brazil, cathode ray tube glass (HS 701120) is classified under NCM 7011.20.00.