HS Code for Toughened glass panels
Toughened glass panels are classified under HS code 7007.19. This code falls under Chapter 70, which covers glass and glassware. Heading 7007 is specifically for safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass. Subheading 7007.19 is reserved for toughened safety glass that is not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, or vessels. Toughened glass is treated by heat or chemicals to increase its strength compared with normal glass. The process involves heating the glass to approximately 600 degrees Celsius and then rapidly cooling it, which creates internal stresses that cause the glass, when broken, to crumble into small granular chunks instead of splintering into jagged shards. The classification depends heavily on the end-use application and the physical dimensions of the glass. If the glass is intended for architectural use, furniture, or household appliances, it falls under 7007.19. The distinction is made to separate general-purpose safety glass from specialized safety glass designed for the automotive or aerospace industries.
Products Included
- Tempered glass for building facades
- Toughened glass shelves for furniture
- Heat-strengthened glass panels
- Safety glass for oven doors
- Flat tempered glass for partitions
- Toughened glass for shower enclosures
Common Misclassification
Toughened glass panels are frequently misclassified under HS code 7007.11. This code is specifically for toughened safety glass of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, or vessels. If the glass is for a car window, it belongs in 7007.11; if it is for a building window, it belongs in 7007.19. Another common mistake is using HS code 7007.29, which is for laminated safety glass. Laminated glass consists of two or more layers of glass bonded with a plastic interlayer, whereas toughened glass is a single layer that has been thermally or chemically treated. Finally, if the glass is framed or worked in a way that it becomes a finished article (like a mirror or a framed picture), it might move to 7009 or 7013.
FAQ
What is the HS code for toughened glass panels?
The HS code for toughened glass panels (not for vehicles) is 7007.19.
Is laminated glass covered under this HS code?
No, laminated safety glass is classified under HS code 7007.21 (for vehicles) or 7007.29 (for other uses).
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Toughened glass panels?
The HS code for Toughened glass panels is 700719 (Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels)).
How do I classify Toughened glass panels for customs?
Toughened glass panels is classified under HS code 700719 — Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Toughened glass panels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700719 for Toughened glass panels is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.