Product classification
HS code for Glass bottles: 7010.90
Glass, carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Classification of glass bottles under HS 7010.90
Glass bottles used for the conveyance or packing of goods are classified under HS code 7010.90. This classification falls under heading 7010, which encompasses glass containers such as carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, and pots. The primary criterion for classification here is the intended use: the container must be designed for the commercial transport or packaging of liquids, solids, or gases. This includes everything from beverage bottles and food jars to pharmaceutical containers (excluding ampoules). Subheading 7010.90 is a residual category for all such containers that are not ampoules (7010.10) or glass stoppers/lids (7010.20). These bottles are typically produced by automatic machines and are characterized by a finish (the top part) designed to accept a closure like a cap, cork, or crown seal. The material is usually soda-lime glass, though the code applies regardless of the glass type.
- Covers
- Glass beverage bottles (soda, beer, wine)
- Glass food jars (jam, pickles, sauces)
- Pharmaceutical bottles (syrup bottles, pill jars)
- Glass flasks for commercial chemicals
- Cosmetic glass jars and bottles
- Also under 7010.90
- Coca-Cola glass bottles
- Heinz ketchup bottles
- Absolut Vodka bottles
- Mason jars
- Chanel perfume bottles
Codes often confused with 7010.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for glass bottles is HS code 7013, which covers glassware used for table, kitchen, toilet, or office purposes. The distinction lies in the "conveyance or packing" vs. "household use" rule. A glass carafe used for serving water at a table is 7013, while a glass bottle used to sell water in a retail environment is 7010.90. Additionally, glass ampoules must be excluded from 7010.90 and placed under 7010.10. Laboratory flasks that are graduated or calibrated must be classified under 7017 rather than 7010.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701090 (the code used for glass bottles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701090 (the code used for glass bottles) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 12% 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 701090, not only glass bottles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.9B 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.7B 11% of world exports
- 3 Italy $1.0B 7.1% of world exports
World total: $14.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $1.8B 12% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.7B 12% of world imports
- 3 Spain $885M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $14.3B 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 glass bottles
Brazil splits HS 7010.90 into 5 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 7010.90.11Glass bottles and carboys over 1 litre
- 7010.90.12Glass jars, flasks and pots over 1 litre
- 7010.90.21Glass bottles, over 0.33 l, not over 1 l
- 7010.90.22Glass jars and flasks, over 0.33 l, not over 1 l
- 7010.90.90Glass containers of 0.33 l or less
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass bottles
What is the HS code for Glass bottles?
The HS code for Glass bottles is 701090 (Glass; carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods). The HS code for glass bottles used for packing or conveying goods is 7010.90.
How do I classify Glass bottles for customs?
Glass bottles is classified under HS code 701090 — Glass; carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include decorative glass vases?
No. Decorative glass vases are classified under HS code 7013.99 or similar, as they are intended for home decoration rather than the commercial packing and transport of goods.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass bottles (HS 701090)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701090 (the code used for glass bottles) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.9B, 20% of world exports), Germany ($1.7B) and Italy ($1.0B). World exports came to about $14.5B, 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 glass bottles (HS 701090)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701090 (the code used for glass bottles) in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.8B, 12% of world imports), the United States ($1.7B) and Spain ($885M). World imports came to about $14.3B, 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 Glass bottles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701090 for Glass bottles 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 glass bottles in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 701090 into 5 NCM codes, so the right one for glass bottles depends on the product's details: 7010.90.11 (Glass bottles and carboys over 1 litre), 7010.90.12 (Glass jars, flasks and pots over 1 litre), 7010.90.21 (Glass bottles, over 0.33 l, not over 1 l), 7010.90.22 (Glass jars and flasks, over 0.33 l, not over 1 l), 7010.90.90 (Glass containers of 0.33 l or less).