Product classification
HS code for Lampwork glass art: 7018.90
Glass, articles thereof, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp worked glass, other than imitation jewellery.
Classification of lampwork glass art under HS 7018.90
Lampwork glass art is classified under HS code 7018.90, which specifically addresses statuettes and other ornaments made of lamp-worked glass. This classification is part of Chapter 70, covering glass and glassware. The primary reason for this classification is the manufacturing technique used; lampworking involves the use of a torch or lamp to melt and shape glass rods and tubes. Unlike mass-produced molded glass or traditional furnace-blown glass, lamp-worked items are typically smaller and more intricate. Subheading 7018.90 excludes imitation jewelry, which is classified elsewhere, focusing instead on decorative objects intended for display. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) dictate that products are classified based on their material composition and their specific function or manufacturing process when such a specific heading exists. This code ensures that artisanal glasswork is distinguished from industrial glassware or fine art sculptures made of other materials.
- Covers
- Hand-blown glass figurines
- Miniature glass animals
- Decorative glass flowers
- Lamp-worked glass paperweights
- Small glass ornaments for display
- 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. Lampwork art is frequently confused with HS code 7013, which covers glassware for table, kitchen, toilet, or indoor decoration. However, 7013 generally applies to items like vases or bowls that are not specifically lamp-worked. It is also often misclassified under 7117 if the item is small, but 7117 is strictly for imitation jewelry intended for personal adornment. Additionally, high-value pieces may be mistaken for 9703, which is reserved for original sculptures and statuary of any material, provided they are considered fine art rather than commercial decorative goods.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701890 (the code used for lampwork glass art), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701890 (the code used for lampwork glass art) 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 lampwork glass art.
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 lampwork glass art
Brazil classifies lampwork glass art 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 lampwork glass art
What is the HS code for Lampwork glass art?
The HS code for Lampwork glass art is 701890 (Glass; articles thereof, statuettes and other ornaments of lamp worked glass, other than imitation jewellery). The HS code for lampwork glass art is 7018.90, which covers statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass.
How do I classify Lampwork glass art for customs?
Lampwork glass art 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.
Does this code include glass beads?
No, glass beads are classified under 7018.10. HS code 7018.90 is specifically for finished ornaments and statuettes produced through the lampworking process.
Which countries are the top exporters of lampwork glass art (HS 701890)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701890 (the code used for lampwork glass art) 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 lampwork glass art (HS 701890)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701890 (the code used for lampwork glass art) 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 Lampwork glass art the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701890 for Lampwork glass art 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 lampwork glass art in Brazil?
In Brazil, lampwork glass art (HS 701890) is classified under NCM 7018.90.00.