HS Code for Polished plate glass

Polished plate glass is classified under HS code 7005.29. This classification is found in Chapter 70, which covers glass and glassware. Heading 7005 is specifically for float glass and surface ground or polished glass in sheets. The subheading 7005.29 is used for glass that is non-wired and does not have an absorbent, reflecting, or non-reflecting layer. Crucially, this code applies to glass that is not colored throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, or flashed. The classification is determined by the manufacturing process—where the glass is ground and polished to ensure perfectly flat and parallel surfaces—and the absence of specific structural or chemical modifications like wire mesh or surface coatings.

Products Included

• Clear float glass sheets
• Surface-ground plate glass
• Polished architectural glass (non-tempered)
• Clear glass sheets for mirror manufacturing
• Non-wired transparent plate glass

Common Misclassification

Polished plate glass is often confused with HS code 7005.10, which is for glass that has an absorbent or reflective layer (like tinted or energy-efficient glass). Another common error is using 7007.11 or 7007.19, which are for toughened (tempered) safety glass. If the polished plate glass has undergone a heat treatment to make it safety glass, it must be moved to heading 7007. Furthermore, if the glass is already framed or worked into a specific object like a mirror, it should be classified under 7009.

FAQ

What is the HS code for clear polished plate glass?

The standard HS code for non-wired, non-tinted polished plate glass is 7005.29.

Is tempered glass included in this code?

No, tempered or laminated glass is considered safety glass and is classified under heading 7007. HS code 7005 only covers the glass in its basic sheet form before such safety treatments.