Product classification
HS code for Glass closures: 7010.20
Glass, stoppers, lids and other closures.
Classification of glass closures under HS 7010.20
Glass closures are classified under HS code 7010.20. This classification is determined by the material composition and the intended use of the article as defined in the Harmonized System. Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, while heading 7010 specifically addresses glass containers used for the conveyance or packing of goods, such as bottles, jars, and flasks. Subheading 7010.20 is reserved for stoppers, lids, and other closures made of glass. These items are essential components of packaging systems, designed to seal containers and protect the contents from contamination or evaporation. The classification applies regardless of whether the closure is plain, ground, or decoratively shaped, provided it is primarily made of glass and intended for use with containers of heading 7010. According to the Chapter 70 notes, glass is defined regardless of the process used to shape it. These items are often produced through molding or pressing and may undergo secondary processes like grinding to ensure an airtight fit. The classification remains 7010.20 even if the closure is fitted with a gasket of another material, such as rubber or plastic, provided the essential character of the article is that of a glass closure, consistent with GRI 3(b).
- Covers
- Glass stoppers for perfume bottles
- Glass lids for apothecary jars
- Glass bungs for large carboys
- Decorative glass bottle caps
- Glass seals for laboratory flasks
- Also under 7010.20
- Waterford crystal stoppers
- Bormioli Rocco glass closures
- Schott laboratory stoppers
- specific wine bottle glass stoppers
Codes often confused with 7010.20
Common mistake. Glass closures are sometimes misclassified under 7013 (Glassware for table or kitchen) or 8309 (Base metal closures). If the closure is primarily metal with only a glass insert, it falls under 8309. If the glass item is a decorative lid for a piece of tableware that is not used for the conveyance or packing of goods, it may fall under 7013. Additionally, plastic closures are classified under 3923.50, even if they are used on glass bottles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701020 (the code used for glass closures), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701020 (the code used for glass closures) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 19% 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 701020, not only glass closures.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $113M 56% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $25M 12% of world exports
- 3 Austria $13M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $201M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $47M 19% of world imports
- 2 France $20M 8.2% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $15M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $246M 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 glass closures
Brazil classifies glass closures under NCM 7010.20.00: HS 7010.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass closures
What is the HS code for Glass closures?
The HS code for Glass closures is 701020 (Glass; stoppers, lids and other closures). The HS code for glass closures is 7010.20, which specifically includes glass stoppers, lids, and other closures.
How do I classify Glass closures for customs?
Glass closures is classified under HS code 701020 — Glass; stoppers, lids and other closures. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are plastic lids for glass jars included in this category?
No, lids made of plastic are classified under HS code 3923.50, regardless of the material of the container they seal.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass closures (HS 701020)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701020 (the code used for glass closures) in UN Comtrade data were China ($113M, 56% of world exports), Czechia ($25M) and Austria ($13M). World exports came to about $201M, 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 closures (HS 701020)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701020 (the code used for glass closures) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($47M, 19% of world imports), France ($20M) and the Netherlands ($15M). World imports came to about $246M, 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 closures the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701020 for Glass closures 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 closures in Brazil?
In Brazil, glass closures (HS 701020) is classified under NCM 7010.20.00.