HS Code for Float glass sheets
Float glass sheets are classified under HS code 700529. This classification is based on the manufacturing process and the physical state of the glass. Heading 7005 covers float glass and surface ground or polished glass in sheets. The subheading 700529 specifically refers to glass that is non-wired and is not colored throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed, or merely surface ground. Float glass is produced by floating molten glass on a bed of molten metal, usually tin, which results in a sheet of uniform thickness and extremely flat surfaces. This code is intended for 'clear' float glass that has not undergone further processing like tempering, laminating, or being framed. It is the standard raw material for windows, mirrors, and glass furniture. The classification depends on the glass being in rectangular (including square) sheets, as further shaping or edge-working would move it to a different heading.
Products Included
- Clear float glass sheets
- Non-tinted architectural glass in bulk sheets
- Polished plate glass
- Substrate glass for mirror manufacturing
- Standard transparent window glass sheets
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with HS code 700521, which is reserved for glass that is colored throughout the mass, opacified, or flashed. If the glass has any body tint, 700529 is incorrect. Another frequent error is using 700711 or 700719, which are for toughened (tempered) safety glass. Once float glass is heat-treated to become safety glass, it leaves heading 7005 entirely. Finally, 7003 (cast glass) is sometimes confused with float glass, but they are distinguished by their different manufacturing methods and surface textures.
FAQ
What is the HS code for float glass?
The HS code for clear, non-wired, non-tinted float glass in sheets is 700529.
Is tempered glass classified under 700529?
No, tempered or toughened glass is classified under heading 7007. HS code 700529 only applies to glass that has not been safety-treated.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Float glass sheets?
The HS code for Float glass sheets is 700529 (Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, non-wired, (other than coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or merely surface ground)).
How do I classify Float glass sheets for customs?
Float glass sheets is classified under HS code 700529 — Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, non-wired, (other than coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or merely surface ground). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Float glass sheets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700529 for Float glass sheets is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.