Product classification
HS code for Glass profiles: 7003.30
Glass, cast glass and rolled glass, profiles, not otherwise worked.
Classification of glass profiles under HS 7003.30
HS code 7003.30 is designated for glass profiles that are produced through the casting or rolling process and have not been further worked. In the context of the Harmonized System, "profiles" refers to glass that has a uniform cross-section along its entire length, such as U-shaped, L-shaped, or T-shaped sections. These are typically used in structural applications, such as translucent walls or partitions, where the shape provides inherent rigidity. The classification requires that the glass has not been toughened, laminated, or otherwise processed beyond the initial forming stage. The manufacturing process involves passing molten glass between rollers or through a die to achieve the desired profile. This subheading is part of heading 7003, which covers cast and rolled glass. The distinction between profiles and flat sheets is critical; profiles must possess a non-flat cross-section that is maintained throughout the piece. If the glass is worked after the initial casting (for example, by grinding or polishing), it may still remain under this heading unless the working transforms it into a product covered by a more specific code.
- Covers
- U-shaped cast glass channels for structural glazing
- L-shaped rolled glass sections for architectural partitions
- T-section cast glass for industrial applications
- Corrugated cast glass profiles
- Ribbed rolled glass sections not otherwise worked
- Also under 7003.30
- Linit U-Glass
- Pilkington Profilit
- Bendheim Wall Systems (raw profiles)
Codes often confused with 7003.30
Common mistake. Glass profiles are often confused with drawn or blown glass profiles, which fall under heading 7004. The distinction lies in the manufacturing method (cast/rolled vs. drawn/blown). Another common error is classifying tempered glass profiles under 7003.30; however, once glass is toughened or tempered, it must be classified under heading 7007. Similarly, if the profiles are framed or incorporated into other articles, they may move to heading 7013 or 7020. It is also important to distinguish these from float glass (7005), which is always flat and does not include shaped profiles.
Top exporters and importers of HS 700330 (the code used for glass profiles), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 700330 (the code used for glass profiles) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, 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 700330, not only glass profiles.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $9.3M 46% of world exports
- 2 United Arab Emirates* ~$4.6M 22% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $2.7M 13% of world exports
World total: $20M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $5.2M 20% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $5.1M 19% of world imports
- 3 Thailand $2.6M 9.7% of world imports
World total: $27M 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 profiles
Brazil classifies glass profiles under NCM 7003.30.00: HS 7003.30 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about glass profiles
What is the HS code for Glass profiles?
The HS code for Glass profiles is 700330 (Glass; cast glass and rolled glass, profiles, not otherwise worked). The HS code for cast or rolled glass profiles that have not been further worked is 7003.30.
How do I classify Glass profiles for customs?
Glass profiles is classified under HS code 700330 — Glass; cast glass and rolled glass, profiles, not otherwise worked. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are tempered glass profiles included in this code?
No, tempered or safety glass profiles are classified under HS code 7007.19 or 7007.29, depending on whether they are toughened or laminated.
Which countries are the top exporters of glass profiles (HS 700330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 700330 (the code used for glass profiles) in UN Comtrade data were France ($9.3M, 46% of world exports), the United Arab Emirates (about $4.6M) and Germany ($2.7M). World exports came to about $20M, 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 profiles (HS 700330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 700330 (the code used for glass profiles) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($5.2M, 20% of world imports), the Netherlands ($5.1M) and Thailand ($2.6M). World imports came to about $27M, 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 profiles the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700330 for Glass profiles 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 profiles in Brazil?
In Brazil, glass profiles (HS 700330) is classified under NCM 7003.30.00.