Product classification
HS code for Vehicle safety glass: 7007.11
Glass, safety glass, toughened (tempered), of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels.
Classification of vehicle safety glass under HS 7007.11
Vehicle safety glass is classified under HS code 7007.11 based on its material composition and manufacturing process. Chapter 70 of the Harmonized System covers glass and glassware, with heading 7007 specifically dedicated to safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass. Subheading 7007.11 is reserved for toughened safety glass that has been manufactured to a specific size and shape suitable for incorporation into vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft, or vessels. The classification depends on the glass undergoing a tempering process—heating and rapid cooling—to increase its strength and ensure it breaks into small, blunt fragments upon impact. Because this glass is shaped specifically for automotive use, such as side windows or rear windows, it is distinguished from general-purpose tempered glass used in construction. The Harmonized System prioritizes the material and the specific treatment (toughening) over the general category of vehicle parts, provided the glass is identifiable by its dimensions and properties as being for automotive use.
- Covers
- Tempered side windows for passenger cars
- Toughened rear windshields (backlites)
- Tempered glass sunroof panels
- Toughened glass partitions for taxis or limousines
- Also under 7007.11
- Saint-Gobain Sekurit automotive glass
- Pilkington Optiwhite vehicle glass
- Guardian Industries automotive side glass
- PPG Aerospace transparencies
Codes often confused with 7007.11
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 7007.21, which is for laminated safety glass. Laminated glass consists of two layers of glass with a plastic interlayer (common for front windshields), whereas 7007.11 is strictly for toughened (tempered) glass. Another frequent error is attempting to classify the glass under 8708.29 as other parts of vehicle bodies. However, Note 2(c) to Section XVII specifically excludes glass of Chapter 70 from being classified as vehicle parts in Chapter 87, requiring it to be classified by its material composition under heading 7007.
Top exporters and importers of HS 700711 (the code used for vehicle safety glass), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 700711 (the code used for vehicle safety glass) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 700711, not only vehicle safety glass.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $344M 15% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $271M 12% of world exports
- 3 Poland $209M 9.2% of world exports
World total: $2.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $308M 13% of world imports
- 2 Belgium $294M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $192M 8.0% of world imports
World total: $2.4B 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 vehicle safety glass
Brazil classifies vehicle safety glass under NCM 7007.11.00: HS 7007.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vehicle safety glass
What is the HS code for Vehicle safety glass?
The HS code for Vehicle safety glass is 700711 (Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels). The HS code for toughened (tempered) safety glass of a size and shape suitable for vehicles is 7007.11.
How do I classify Vehicle safety glass for customs?
Vehicle safety glass is classified under HS code 700711 — Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is front windshield glass covered under this code?
Usually no. Most front windshields are made of laminated glass rather than toughened glass for safety reasons, which would place them under HS code 7007.21 instead of 7007.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of vehicle safety glass (HS 700711)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 700711 (the code used for vehicle safety glass) in UN Comtrade data were China ($344M, 15% of world exports), Belgium ($271M) and Poland ($209M). World exports came to about $2.3B, 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 vehicle safety glass (HS 700711)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 700711 (the code used for vehicle safety glass) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($308M, 13% of world imports), Belgium ($294M) and the United States ($192M). World imports came to about $2.4B, 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 Vehicle safety glass the same in all countries?
The base HS code 700711 for Vehicle safety 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 vehicle safety glass in Brazil?
In Brazil, vehicle safety glass (HS 700711) is classified under NCM 7007.11.00.