HS Code for Glass cullet
HS code 7001.00 is the primary classification for glass cullet and other waste and scrap of glass. This code is unique because it covers glass in its most basic, non-manufactured form intended for recycling or remelting. Cullet consists of broken glassware, waste glass from the manufacturing process, or glass that has been crushed into small fragments. The essential characteristic for classification under 7001.00 is that the glass is no longer fit for its original purpose and is being treated as a raw material for the production of new glass products. It is important to note that this heading excludes glass that has been processed into frit or powders for ceramic use, as well as glass recovered from specific hazardous sources like cathode ray tubes, which are now classified under Chapter 85 to account for environmental regulations regarding electronic waste. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1 as the heading specifically names cullet and waste. This material is vital for the glass industry as it lowers the melting temperature in furnaces, thereby reducing energy consumption during the production of new glass containers or fiberglass.
Products Included
- Broken glass bottles and jars
- Manufacturing scrap from flat glass production
- Crushed glass for recycling purposes
- Glass waste from broken windows (non-laminated)
- Glass cullet sorted by color (flint, amber, green)
Common Misclassification
Glass cullet is often confused with HS code 3207.40, which covers glass frit and other glass in the form of powder, granules, or flakes used in ceramics. The distinction lies in the intent and processing; cullet is scrap for remelting, while frit is a prepared material for glazes. Another common error is using 7001.00 for waste from cathode ray tubes (CRTs), which must be classified under 8549.11 or 8549.12 depending on the jurisdiction and specific waste regulations.
FAQ
What is the HS code for glass cullet?
The HS code for glass cullet and other waste and scrap of glass is 7001.00.
Does 7001.00 include glass beads?
No, glass beads are classified under 7018.10 as they are finished articles, not waste or scrap for remelting.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Glass cullet?
The HS code for Glass cullet is 700100 (Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass of heading 85.49, glass in the mass).
How do I classify Glass cullet for customs?
Glass cullet is classified under HS code 700100 — Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass of heading 85.49, glass in the mass. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Glass cullet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700100 for Glass cullet is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.