Product classification
HS code for Glass ornaments: 7018.90
Glass, articles thereof, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp worked glass, other than imitation jewellery.
Classification of glass ornaments under HS 7018.90
Glass ornaments, specifically those produced through lamp-working techniques, are classified under HS code 7018.90. This heading covers a variety of glass articles including beads, imitation pearls, and small glass items used for decoration. The specific subheading 7018.90 is reserved for statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, excluding imitation jewelry. Lamp-working involves the use of a torch or lamp to melt glass rods, which are then shaped into intricate forms by the artisan. This classification is distinct from general glassware because of the specific artisanal method of production and the decorative, non-functional nature of the items. It is important to distinguish these from mass-produced decorative glassware which might fall under heading 7013. The Harmonized System places these items in 7018 because they share a commonality with glass beads and small-scale glass craftsmanship rather than industrial or domestic tablewares. This code is essential for the trade of artisanal glass figurines and delicate decorative elements.
- Covers
- Lamp-worked glass animal figurines
- Decorative glass flowers and botanical models
- Small glass statuettes for display
- Hand-blown glass ornaments (lamp-worked)
- Intricate glass miniatures for collectors
- Also under 7018.90
- Murano glass figurines
- Borowski glass art
- Fenton art glass
- Kosta Boda decorative items
Codes often confused with 7018.90
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 7013, which covers glassware for indoor decoration. However, 7013 is generally for larger, molded, or blown items like vases and bowls, whereas 7018.90 is for smaller, lamp-worked items. Another common error is HS code 7117, which covers imitation jewelry. If the glass ornament is designed to be worn on the person (like a brooch), it must be classified under 7117. Finally, Christmas ornaments are specifically excluded from this code and must be classified under 9505.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701890 (the code used for glass ornaments), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701890 (the code used for glass ornaments) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 87% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 701890, not only glass ornaments.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $358M 87% of world exports
- 2 Austria $6.7M 1.6% of world exports
- 3 United States $5.4M 1.3% of world exports
World total: $410M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $44M 20% of world imports
- 2 Thailand $24M 11% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$13M 6.0% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $220M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 ornaments
Brazil classifies glass ornaments under NCM 7018.90.00: HS 7018.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass ornaments
What is the HS code for Glass ornaments?
The HS code for Glass ornaments is 701890 (Glass; articles thereof, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp worked glass, other than imitation jewellery). Lamp-worked glass ornaments and statuettes are classified under HS code 7018.90.
How do I classify Glass ornaments for customs?
Glass ornaments is classified under HS code 701890 — Glass; articles thereof, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp worked glass, other than imitation jewellery. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are glass Christmas ornaments included here?
No, Christmas-themed glass ornaments are classified under HS code 9505.10 as festive articles.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass ornaments (HS 701890)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701890 (the code used for glass ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were China ($358M, 87% of world exports), Austria ($6.7M) and the United States ($5.4M). World exports came to about $410M, 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 ornaments (HS 701890)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701890 (the code used for glass ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($44M, 20% of world imports), Thailand ($24M) and Vietnam (about $13M). World imports came to about $220M, 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 ornaments the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701890 for Glass ornaments 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 ornaments in Brazil?
In Brazil, glass ornaments (HS 701890) is classified under NCM 7018.90.00.