HS Code for Glass vases

Glass vases are classified under HS code 7013.99, which pertains to glassware used for indoor decoration or similar purposes. This heading excludes glass containers used for the conveyance or packing of goods (7010) and laboratory glassware (7017). The classification 7013.99 is used for decorative items that are not made of lead crystal (which would fall under 7013.91). The determination for this code relies on the decorative nature of the object. While a vase might hold water and flowers, its primary role in a commercial and customs context is as an ornament or household article. The material must be glass, and the item must not be specifically mentioned in other subheadings of 7013, such as drinking glasses or kitchenware. This code covers a wide range of manufacturing techniques, including machine-blown, hand-blown, and molded glass. For customs purposes, the distinction between a 'bottle' (7010) and a 'vase' (7013) often depends on whether the item is intended for commercial sale of a product inside it or sold empty as a decorative object.

Products Included

• Decorative flower vases made of soda-lime glass
• Hand-blown glass floor vases
• Colored or tinted glass decorative vessels
• Etched or frosted glass vases (non-lead crystal)
• Opaque glass decorative jars not for packing

Common Misclassification

Glass vases are often misclassified under 7010.90, which is for glass bottles and jars used for packing. If the vase resembles a commercial container, customs may question the 7013.99 classification. Another common error is using 7013.91 for vases that are not actually lead crystal (which requires a minimum lead monoxide content of 24%). Vases made of glass-ceramics should be classified under 7013.10 rather than 7013.99.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Glass vases?

The HS code for glass vases (other than lead crystal or glass-ceramics) is 7013.99.

Are crystal vases under the same code?

No, vases made of lead crystal are classified under HS code 7013.91.