Product classification
HS code for CRT glass envelopes: 7011.20
Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for cathode-ray tubes.
Classification of CRT glass envelopes under HS 7011.20
The classification of CRT glass envelopes under HS code 701120 is precise, focusing on their specific material and form. This code covers glass envelopes, including bulbs and tubes, which are open and consist of glass parts without any fittings, specifically intended for cathode-ray tubes. This classification highlights the product's status as a raw or semi-finished component made entirely of glass, designed to form the vacuum enclosure for a cathode-ray tube. The absence of electrical fittings or other functional components is crucial for this classification, distinguishing it from complete or assembled CRT devices.
- Covers
- Glass cones for cathode-ray tubes
- Glass panels (faces) for cathode-ray tubes
- Unfitted glass bulbs for CRTs
- Glass necks for cathode-ray tubes
- Component glass parts for CRT vacuum envelopes
- 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. A common misclassification could occur with finished CRT monitors, which fall under codes like 852842 (for ADP machines) or 852849 (general CRT monitors). These codes are for complete, functional display units, whereas 701120 is strictly for the unfitted glass components. Another potential area of confusion is with HS code 701110, which covers glass envelopes for electric lighting. The key differentiator is the specific application: 701120 is exclusively for cathode-ray tubes, while 701110 is for lighting applications, such as incandescent or fluorescent lamps. The precise wording of the heading ensures correct distinction based on end-use.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701120 (the code used for CRT glass envelopes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701120 (the code used for CRT glass envelopes) 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 CRT glass envelopes.
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 CRT glass envelopes
Brazil classifies CRT glass envelopes 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 CRT glass envelopes
What is the HS code for CRT glass envelopes?
The HS code for CRT glass envelopes is 701120 (Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes); open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for cathode-ray tubes). The HS code for CRT glass envelopes is 701120. This code specifically covers open glass envelopes, including bulbs and tubes, and their glass parts, without fittings, designed for cathode-ray tubes.
How do I classify CRT glass envelopes for customs?
CRT glass envelopes 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.
Are assembled CRT devices classified under HS 701120?
No, assembled CRT devices or finished monitors are not classified under HS 701120. This code is exclusively for the unfitted glass components that form the envelope of a cathode-ray tube. Complete CRT monitors, with their electronic components and fittings, are classified under different headings, such as 852842 or 852849, depending on their specific function and design.
Which countries are the top exporters of CRT glass envelopes (HS 701120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701120 (the code used for CRT glass envelopes) 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 CRT glass envelopes (HS 701120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701120 (the code used for CRT glass envelopes) 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 CRT glass envelopes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701120 for CRT glass envelopes 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 CRT glass envelopes in Brazil?
In Brazil, CRT glass envelopes (HS 701120) is classified under NCM 7011.20.00.