HS Code for Glass spheres

Glass spheres are classified under HS code 7002.10 because they represent glass in its primary, unworked form as balls. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, heading 7002 covers glass in balls, rods, or tubes that have not been further worked. The subheading 7002.10 specifically targets glass balls that are unworked, meaning they have not been polished, ground, or otherwise processed for a specific final application like precision bearings or decorative jewelry. These spheres are typically used as raw materials for further manufacturing or as industrial grinding media in their rough state. The classification depends heavily on the state of the glass; if the spheres were worked after initial shaping, they would likely move to a different heading. The essential character of the product is its spherical shape and its status as a semi-finished material.

Products Included

• Solid glass balls in unworked state
• Industrial glass spheres for grinding media
• Rough glass spheres for further processing
• Unpolished glass marbles for industrial use

Common Misclassification

A frequent error involves confusing 7002.10 with 7018.10. While 7002.10 covers unworked glass balls, 7018.10 is intended for glass beads, imitation pearls, and similar small glass items, often used for decoration or as microspheres. Furthermore, if the glass spheres are precision-ground and polished for use in ball bearings, they might be argued under 8482.91, though that code is primarily for steel balls. Another confusion arises with 3207.40 (glass frit), but frit is typically crushed or powdered, not in spherical ball form.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Glass spheres?

The HS code for unworked glass spheres is 7002.10.

Does this code include decorative glass marbles?

No, decorative glass marbles or toy marbles are generally classified under heading 9503 as toys, or 7018 if they are considered glass beads or ornaments.