HS Code for Glass envelopes
Glass envelopes, classified under HS code 7011.90, represent intermediate industrial components. These are open glass bulbs, tubes, or similar containers that have been shaped but have not yet been fitted with electrodes, filaments, or other electrical components. Heading 7011 is specifically designed for glass envelopes and parts thereof, without fittings, for electric lamps, cathode-ray tubes, or similar uses. The subheading 7011.90 is a residual category for envelopes intended for purposes other than electric lighting or television tubes, such as those used in laboratory equipment, thermometers, or specialized electronic valves. The classification is strictly limited to \"open\" envelopes; once the glass is sealed or fitted with internal components, it must be classified elsewhere, typically in Chapter 85 as a finished electrical component or lamp. This classification follows GRI 1 and GRI 2(a), as these are considered unfinished articles having the essential character of the finished envelope but lacking the functional internal parts that would define them as a specific electrical device.
Products Included
- Open glass bulbs for vacuum flasks
- Glass envelopes for laboratory thermometers
- Glass tubes for electronic valves (without fittings)
- Open glass shells for specialized sensors
- Glass parts for infrared emitters (unfinished)
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 7011.10, which is reserved specifically for glass envelopes used for electric lighting. If the envelope is intended for a light bulb, it must go there. Another common error is 8539, which covers finished electric lamps. If the glass envelope has any metal fittings or filaments attached, it can no longer be classified under 7011.90 and must be moved to the appropriate heading in Chapter 85.
FAQ
What is the HS code for glass envelopes?
The HS code for glass envelopes (open and without fittings) for uses other than electric lighting or CRTs is 7011.90.
Can finished glass tubes be classified here?
Only if they are open and intended to be envelopes for other devices. Standard glass tubing for general use is classified under 7002.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Glass envelopes?
The HS code for Glass envelopes is 701190 (Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes); open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, other than for electric lighting and cathode-ray tubes).
How do I classify Glass envelopes for customs?
Glass envelopes is classified under HS code 701190 — Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes); open, and glass parts thereof, without fittings, other than for electric lighting and cathode-ray tubes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Glass envelopes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701190 for Glass envelopes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.