HS Code for Tinted float glass
Tinted float glass falls under HS code 7005.21. This subheading includes float glass and surface ground or polished glass in sheets, provided they are non-wired and colored throughout the mass (body tinted). The float process involves floating molten glass on a bed of molten metal (usually tin) to achieve perfectly flat and parallel surfaces. This code is specific to glass where the tinting is achieved by adding metal oxides to the glass batch before melting, ensuring the color is uniform throughout the thickness of the pane. This glass is widely used in modern construction for aesthetic purposes and to reduce solar heat gain and glare within buildings.
Products Included
- Bronze, grey, or green body-tinted float glass
- Polished tinted plate glass
- Body-tinted glass for architectural facades
- Tinted float glass for automotive use (before further working)
- Opacified float glass sheets
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification is with HS code 7005.10, which covers glass with an absorbent, reflecting, or non-reflecting layer but which is not necessarily body-tinted. If the glass is both body-tinted and has a reflective coating, 7005.10 takes precedence. Another error is using 7005.29, which is for float glass that is not tinted. If the glass is cut to a specific shape or has worked edges, it may fall under 7006.00.
FAQ
What is the HS code for tinted float glass?
The HS code for non-wired, body-tinted float glass or surface ground/polished glass is 7005.21.
What is the difference between 7005.10 and 7005.21?
7005.10 is for glass with a surface coating (like a mirror or solar control film), while 7005.21 is for glass where the color is throughout the entire mass of the glass.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Tinted float glass?
The HS code for Tinted float glass is 700521 (Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, non-wired, coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or merely surface ground).
How do I classify Tinted float glass for customs?
Tinted float glass is classified under HS code 700521 — Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, non-wired, coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or merely surface ground. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Tinted float glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700521 for Tinted float 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.