Product classification
HS code for Security glass: 7007.29
Glass, safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels).
Classification of security glass under HS 7007.29
Security glass is classified under HS code 7007.29 because it consists of laminated safety glass that is not specifically sized or shaped for use in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, or vessels. The Harmonized System distinguishes safety glass based on its manufacturing process: toughened (tempered) glass or laminated glass. Laminated security glass is constructed by bonding two or more layers of glass with one or more interlayers of plastic, such as polyvinyl butyral (PVB) or ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA). This construction ensures that the glass remains adhered to the interlayer even when broken, providing resistance to forced entry, ballistic impact, or blast pressure. Classification 7007.29 is a residual category for laminated safety glass that does not meet the criteria for vehicular applications (7007.21). The classification is governed by General Interpretative Rules (GRI) 1 and 6, focusing on the material composition and the absence of specific shaping for transport equipment. It is essential to verify the presence of the plastic interlayer to distinguish it from toughened glass, which falls under a different subheading.
- Covers
- Bullet-resistant glass for architectural use
- Anti-intruder laminated glass for storefronts
- Blast-resistant glass panels for buildings
- Multi-layered security glazing for high-security facilities
- Laminated glass for sound insulation with security properties
- Also under 7007.29
- SentryGlas interlayer products
- Vanceva architectural interlayers
- Guardian LamiGlass for buildings
- Schott laminated security glass
Codes often confused with 7007.29
Common mistake. Security glass is frequently misclassified under HS code 7007.19, which covers toughened (tempered) safety glass. While tempered glass is stronger than standard glass, it lacks the interlayer that defines laminated security glass. Another common error is using 7007.21, which is reserved exclusively for laminated glass of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, or vessels. If the glass is framed in a way that gives it the character of a window or door, it may be moved to 7308 or 7610 depending on the frame material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 700729 (the code used for security glass), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 700729 (the code used for security glass) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 8.6% 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 700729, not only security glass.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $314M 18% of world exports
- 2 Germany $260M 15% of world exports
- 3 Poland $148M 8.7% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $146M 8.6% of world imports
- 2 France $143M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Germany $123M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $1.7B 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 security glass
Brazil classifies security glass under NCM 7007.29.00: HS 7007.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about security glass
What is the HS code for Security glass?
The HS code for Security glass is 700729 (Glass; safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels)). The HS code for laminated security glass not intended for vehicular use is 7007.29.
How do I classify Security glass for customs?
Security glass is classified under HS code 700729 — Glass; safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is security glass distinguished from tempered glass in the HS system?
Security glass under 7007.29 must be laminated (containing a plastic interlayer), whereas tempered glass, which shatters into small granules, is classified under 7007.19.
Which countries are the top exporters of security glass (HS 700729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 700729 (the code used for security glass) in UN Comtrade data were China ($314M, 18% of world exports), Germany ($260M) and Poland ($148M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 security glass (HS 700729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 700729 (the code used for security glass) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($146M, 8.6% of world imports), France ($143M) and Germany ($123M). World imports came to about $1.7B, 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 Security glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700729 for Security 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 security glass in Brazil?
In Brazil, security glass (HS 700729) is classified under NCM 7007.29.00.