HS Code for Water glasses

Water glasses, intended for table use, are classified under HS code 7013.37. This heading covers glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration, or similar purposes. Subheading 7013.37 specifically refers to drinking glasses (other than those of glass-ceramics or lead crystal) that are not stemware. The classification of drinking glasses depends on three main factors: the material (lead crystal vs. soda-lime glass), the design (stemmed vs. non-stemmed), and the intended use. Water glasses are typically non-stemmed tumblers made of soda-lime glass. Under GIR 1, the product is classified based on its physical characteristics as a drinking vessel. It is excluded from heading 7010 (which covers commercial containers like bottles or jars) because it is designed for repeated use at the table rather than for the transport or packing of goods.

Products Included

• Glass tumblers
• Highball glasses
• Juice glasses
• Soda-lime glass drinking cups
• Non-stemmed water vessels for table service
• Pressed or blown glass drinking vessels

Common Misclassification

Water glasses are often misclassified under 7013.28 (Stemware) if they have a foot or pedestal. They are also frequently confused with 7013.33, which is the code for non-stemmed drinking glasses made of lead crystal. To be classified as lead crystal, the glass must contain at least 24% lead monoxide. If the glass is made of glass-ceramics, it must be classified under 7013.10.

FAQ

What is the HS code for water glasses?

The HS code for standard, non-stemmed water glasses is 7013.37.

Does this code include plastic water glasses?

No, plastic drinking glasses are classified under Chapter 39 (specifically 3924.10), as HS code 7013.37 is strictly for glassware.