Product classification
HS code for Paving glass: 7016.90
Multicellular or foam glass, in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms, paving blocks, slabs, bricks and other articles of pressed or moulded glass.
Classification of paving glass under HS 7016.90
Paving glass is classified under HS code 7016.90. This code covers articles of pressed or molded glass of a kind used for building or construction purposes. The classification is based on the manufacturing method and the physical properties of the glass. Paving glass is typically produced by pressing molten glass into a mold to create thick, durable units such as blocks, slabs, or bricks. These items are designed to be used in floors, pavements, or as architectural features in walls. The heading 7016 also includes multicellular or foam glass, but paving glass falls under the \"90\" subheading for \"other\" pressed or molded articles. This classification is distinct from standard flat glass in Chapter 7005 because the glass has been shaped in a mold rather than being drawn or floated. The durability and weight-bearing capacity of these glass articles are key characteristics that define their placement in this category, separating them from decorative glassware or laboratory equipment.
- Covers
- Glass paving blocks
- Pressed glass slabs for flooring
- Glass bricks for architectural construction
- Molded glass tiles for heavy-duty use
- Structural glass units for pavements
- Also under 7016.90
- Pittsburgh Corning FOAMGLAS
- GLAPOR Foam Glass
- Misapor Foam Glass
- Poraver Foam Glass Granules
- Geocell Foam Glass
Codes often confused with 7016.90
Common mistake. Paving glass is often misclassified under 7005, which covers float glass and surface ground or polished glass. However, 7005 is for flat glass in sheets, whereas 7016 is for glass that has been molded into a specific shape like a brick or slab. Another common error is using 7016.10, which is specifically for glass cubes and other small glass wares for mosaics or similar decorative purposes. If the glass is used for paving but is made of toughened (tempered) safety glass in simple flat shapes, it might be confused with 7007.19, but the molded nature of paving blocks usually keeps them in 7016. Finally, it should not be confused with 6810, which covers concrete paving blocks that may contain glass aggregate.
Top exporters and importers of HS 701690 (the code used for paving glass), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 701690 (the code used for paving glass) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Australia, with 17% 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 701690, not only paving glass.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $315M 42% of world exports
- 2 Czechia $94M 12% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $94M 12% of world exports
World total: $757M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Australia $127M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $65M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $56M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $762M 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 code for paving glass
Brazil classifies paving glass under NCM 7016.90.00: HS 7016.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about paving glass
What is the HS code for Paving glass?
The HS code for Paving glass is 701690 (Multicellular or foam glass; in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms; paving blocks, slabs, bricks and other articles of pressed or moulded glass).
How do I classify Paving glass for customs?
Paving glass is classified under HS code 701690 — Multicellular or foam glass; in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms; paving blocks, slabs, bricks and other articles of pressed or moulded glass. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for glass paving blocks?
The HS code is 7016.90, which includes pressed or molded glass blocks and slabs for construction.
Does this code include glass used for mosaic tiles?
No, small glass pieces for mosaics are classified under 7016.10; 7016.90 is for larger structural items like paving slabs and bricks.
Which countries are the top exporters of paving glass (HS 701690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 701690 (the code used for paving glass) in UN Comtrade data were China ($315M, 42% of world exports), Czechia ($94M) and Belgium ($94M). World exports came to about $757M, 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 paving glass (HS 701690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 701690 (the code used for paving glass) in UN Comtrade data were Australia ($127M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($65M) and Germany ($56M). World imports came to about $762M, 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 Paving glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701690 for Paving glass 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 paving glass in Brazil?
In Brazil, paving glass (HS 701690) is classified under NCM 7016.90.00.