Product classification
HS code for Crystal bowls: 7013.91
Glassware, n.e.c. in heading no. 7013, of lead crystal.
Classification of crystal bowls under HS 7013.91
Crystal bowls made of lead crystal are classified under HS code 7013.91. This code is part of the broader heading 7013, which encompasses glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration, or similar purposes. The specific subheading 7013.91 is reserved for glassware of lead crystal that does not fall into the categories of drinking glasses or table/kitchenware. To qualify as lead crystal under the HS nomenclature, the glass must meet strict chemical standards, typically requiring a minimum lead monoxide (PbO) content of 24% by weight. This high lead content provides the crystal with its characteristic weight, brilliance, and high refractive index. These bowls are often used for decorative purposes, such as centerpieces or ornamental displays, distinguishing them from functional kitchen containers. The classification under 7013.91 is determined by the material (lead crystal) and the general decorative nature of the item, following the hierarchy established in the 7013 subheadings where specific uses like drinking or table service are listed first.
- Covers
- Lead crystal decorative bowls
- Crystal centerpieces
- Lead crystal candy dishes
- Ornamental crystal basins
- Lead crystal fruit bowls (decorative)
- Crystal potpourri bowls
- Also under 7013.91
- Waterford Crystal vases
- Baccarat crystal sculptures
- Lalique decorative bowls
- Orrefors crystal art
- Swarovski crystal figurines
Codes often confused with 7013.91
Common mistake. Crystal bowls are frequently misclassified under HS code 7013.41, which is for lead crystal glassware used for table or kitchen purposes. The distinction is subtle; if the bowl is primarily for food service, 7013.41 applies, but if it is for general indoor decoration, 7013.91 is correct. They are also sometimes confused with 7013.99, which is for decorative glassware made of non-lead glass.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701391 (the code used for crystal bowls), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701391 (the code used for crystal bowls) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 701391, not only crystal bowls.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $94M 57% of world exports
- 2 China $19M 11% of world exports
- 3 Italy $17M 10% of world exports
World total: $166M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $28M 16% of world imports
- 2 Saudi Arabia $16M 9.1% of world imports
- 3 Italy $14M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $173M 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 codes for crystal bowls
Brazil splits HS 7013.91 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7013.91.10Lead crystal glassware for indoor decoration
- 7013.91.90Other lead crystal glassware
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about crystal bowls
What is the HS code for Crystal bowls?
The HS code for Crystal bowls is 701391 (Glassware; n.e.c. in heading no. 7013, of lead crystal). The HS code for decorative lead crystal bowls is 7013.91.
How do I classify Crystal bowls for customs?
Crystal bowls is classified under HS code 701391 — Glassware; n.e.c. in heading no. 7013, of lead crystal. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What defines lead crystal in the HS code?
According to Chapter 70 notes, lead crystal must contain at least 24% lead monoxide (PbO) by weight to be classified under subheadings like 7013.91.
Which countries are the top exporters of crystal bowls (HS 701391)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701391 (the code used for crystal bowls) in UN Comtrade data were France ($94M, 57% of world exports), China ($19M) and Italy ($17M). World exports came to about $166M, 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 crystal bowls (HS 701391)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701391 (the code used for crystal bowls) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($28M, 16% of world imports), Saudi Arabia ($16M) and Italy ($14M). World imports came to about $173M, 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 Crystal bowls the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701391 for Crystal bowls 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 crystal bowls in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 701391 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for crystal bowls depends on the product's details: 7013.91.10 (Lead crystal glassware for indoor decoration), 7013.91.90 (Other lead crystal glassware).