HS Code for Test tubes
Test tubes made of glass are classified under HS code 7017.20, which specifically covers laboratory, hygienic, or pharmaceutical glassware with a low linear coefficient of expansion. This classification is determined by the material composition and the intended use of the product. To qualify for 7017.20, the glass must have a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10^-6 per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0 to 300 degrees Celsius. This typically refers to borosilicate glass, which is favored in laboratory settings for its high thermal shock resistance and chemical durability. The heading 7017 is reserved for glassware designed for scientific work, research, or medical procedures where precision and resistance to heat or chemicals are paramount. Standard soda-lime glass containers used for commercial packaging do not fall under this code, as they lack the specific thermal properties required by the 7017.20 definition. The classification also accounts for the fact that these tubes are often graduated or calibrated for precise measurement, a feature not found in standard glass vials or bottles. The durability and specialized nature of the glass ensure that the tubes can withstand autoclaving and exposure to corrosive reagents without compromising the integrity of the sample or the vessel itself.
Products Included
- Borosilicate glass test tubes
- Graduated glass culture tubes
- Glass centrifuge tubes
- Boiling tubes for laboratory use
- Glass ignition tubes
- Bacteriological culture tubes
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with plastic test tubes, which should be classified under 3926.90 as other articles of plastics, rather than 7017. Additionally, glass tubes used for packaging or transport of goods (like perfume samplers) are often confused with labware but should be classified under 7010, which covers glass containers for the conveyance or packing of goods.
FAQ
What is the HS code for test tubes?
The HS code for glass test tubes with a low expansion coefficient (borosilicate) is 7017.20.
Does this code include plastic test tubes?
No, plastic test tubes are classified under Chapter 39, specifically 3926.90, as they are made of polymers rather than glass.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Test tubes?
The HS code for Test tubes is 701720 (Glassware; laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical, whether or not graduated or calibrated, having a linear co-efficient of expansion not over 5 x 10 (to the minus 6), (or 0.000005)) per Kelvin with a temperature of 0-300 degrees C).
How do I classify Test tubes for customs?
Test tubes is classified under HS code 701720 — Glassware; laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical, whether or not graduated or calibrated, having a linear co-efficient of expansion not over 5 x 10 (to the minus 6), (or 0.000005)) per Kelvin with a temperature of 0-300 degrees C. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Test tubes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 701720 for Test tubes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.