Product classification
HS code for Glass pigment: 3207.10
Pigments, prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations.
Classification of glass pigment under HS 3207.10
Glass pigments are classified under HS code 3207.10, which covers prepared pigments, prepared opacifiers, and prepared colors. These substances are specifically formulated for use in the ceramic, enameling, or glass industries. The classification is based on the chemical preparation and the intended industrial application. Unlike general-purpose dyes or pigments found in heading 3204 or 3206, the items in 3207 are vitrifiable, meaning they are designed to be fused with glass or ceramic surfaces at high temperatures. This technical requirement necessitates a separate classification to distinguish industrial glass colorants from standard paints or organic pigments. The Harmonized System groups these based on their specialized chemical composition, which often includes metallic oxides or salts mixed with a flux to facilitate melting and bonding with the glass substrate. This code is critical for manufacturers of colored glass, stained glass, and decorative glassware who require consistent chemical inputs for their production processes.
- Covers
- Prepared pigments for coloring glass melt
- Vitrifiable glass enamels
- Glass opacifiers for creating translucent effects
- Metallic oxide preparations for glass staining
- Prepared colors for glass screen printing
- Also under 3207.10
- Clariant Hostatint
- BASF Luconyl
- Sun Chemical Sunbrite
- Ferro Ceramic Stains
- DIC Pigment Preparations
Codes often confused with 3207.10
Common mistake. Glass pigments are often confused with HS code 3204 (synthetic organic coloring matter) or 3206 (other coloring matter like titanium dioxide). The key difference is that 3207.10 is for "prepared" pigments specifically for the glass/ceramic industry, often containing a flux. Another common error is misclassifying these as glass frit, which falls under 3207.40. While frit is also used in glass making, it is a ground glass material rather than a concentrated pigment or opacifier preparation.
Top exporters and importers of HS 320710 (the code used for glass pigment), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 320710 (the code used for glass pigment) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 14% 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 320710, not only glass pigment.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $329M 35% of world exports
- 2 China $137M 14% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $100M 11% of world exports
World total: $947M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $136M 14% of world imports
- 2 Italy $59M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Türkiye $52M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $963M 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 pigment
Brazil splits HS 3207.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 3207.10.20Inkjet pigment suspensions for ceramic decoration
- 3207.10.30Zirconium-based prepared pigments and opacifiers
- 3207.10.90Other prepared pigments, opacifiers and colours
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass pigment
What is the HS code for Glass pigment?
The HS code for Glass pigment is 320710 (Pigments; prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations). The standard HS code for prepared glass pigments and opacifiers is 3207.10.
How do I classify Glass pigment for customs?
Glass pigment is classified under HS code 320710 — Pigments; prepared pigments, opacifiers, colours and similar preparations. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is glass frit classified under this same code?
No, glass frit in the form of powder, granules, or flakes is classified under HS code 3207.40.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass pigment (HS 320710)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 320710 (the code used for glass pigment) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($329M, 35% of world exports), China ($137M) and the Netherlands ($100M). World exports came to about $947M, 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 pigment (HS 320710)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 320710 (the code used for glass pigment) in UN Comtrade data were India ($136M, 14% of world imports), Italy ($59M) and Türkiye ($52M). World imports came to about $963M, 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 pigment the same in all countries?
The base HS code 320710 for Glass pigment 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 pigment in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 320710 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for glass pigment depends on the product's details: 3207.10.20 (Inkjet pigment suspensions for ceramic decoration), 3207.10.30 (Zirconium-based prepared pigments and opacifiers), 3207.10.90 (Other prepared pigments, opacifiers and colours).