HS Code for Scrap glass
The classification of scrap glass under HS code 7001.00 is determined by the physical state and intended use of the material. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), specifically GRI 1, classification is dictated by the terms of the headings. Heading 7001 explicitly covers cullet and other waste and scrap of glass. Cullet refers to broken glass that is typically collected from manufacturing rejects or post-consumer recycling streams. This material is primarily used as a raw material in glass furnaces because it melts at a lower temperature than virgin raw materials, thereby saving energy. To qualify under this code, the glass must be in the form of fragments, waste, or scrap, or in the mass (vitreous chunks). It is essential that the material is not shaped or worked for a specific purpose. A significant exclusion exists for glass derived from cathode ray tubes (CRTs) or other activated glass, which, due to hazardous components like lead or phosphors, is classified under heading 85.49. The material must be strictly metallic or vitreous waste to remain within Chapter 70.
Products Included
- Broken bottles and jars (cullet)
- Manufacturing waste from flat glass production
- Glass in the mass (irregular chunks)
- Crushed glass for use in abrasives or filtration
- Waste from glassware manufacturing
Common Misclassification
Scrap glass is frequently misclassified under HS code 7002.10, which covers glass in balls. While both may be raw materials, 7002 requires a specific spherical shape. Another common error is using 85.49 for standard glass scrap; however, 85.49 is reserved for electrical and electronic waste, including CRT glass. Additionally, glass powder is sometimes incorrectly placed here but should be classified under 7001.00 only if it is not processed into a specific abrasive product under 6805.
FAQ
What is the HS code for scrap glass?
The HS code for scrap glass, including cullet and waste, is 7001.00.
Does this code include glass from broken computer monitors?
No, glass from monitors or televisions (CRT glass) is classified under heading 85.49 as electronic waste.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Scrap glass?
The HS code for Scrap glass is 700100 (Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass of heading 85.49, glass in the mass).
How do I classify Scrap glass for customs?
Scrap glass is classified under HS code 700100 — Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass of heading 85.49, glass in the mass. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Scrap glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700100 for Scrap 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.