HS Code for Wired glass sheets

Wired glass sheets are classified under HS code 7003.20 because they are a specific form of cast or rolled glass that incorporates a wire mesh or grid during the manufacturing process. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and subheadings. Heading 7003 covers cast glass and rolled glass, in sheets or profiles, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting, or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked. The inclusion of a wire mesh is a primary characteristic that distinguishes this product from standard float glass or plain cast glass. The wire is embedded into the glass while it is in a molten or semi-molten state, typically to provide structural integrity and fire-resistant properties. This classification applies as long as the glass has not been further processed, such as being ground, polished, or edge-worked beyond simple cutting to shape. The presence of the wire mesh ensures that the glass remains in the frame even when cracked, which is why it is specifically called out in subheading 7003.20.

Products Included

• Wired cast glass sheets
• Wired rolled glass sheets
• Reinforced glass with embedded steel mesh
• Patterned wired glass
• Fire-retardant wired glass (unworked)

Common Misclassification

Wired glass is frequently misclassified under HS code 7005, which covers float glass and surface ground or polished glass. However, 7005 specifically excludes glass that is wired. Another common error is classifying it under 7007, which covers safety glass consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass. While wired glass is often used for safety purposes, it is technically distinct from tempered or laminated glass in the Harmonized System and must remain in 7003.20 if it is cast or rolled and contains wire.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wired glass sheets?

The HS code for wired glass sheets is 7003.20, which specifically covers cast and rolled glass that is wired.

Does wired glass qualify as safety glass under HS code 7007?

No, in the context of the HS nomenclature, wired glass is classified by its manufacturing method under 7003.20. HS code 7007 is reserved for glass that has been toughened (tempered) or laminated through specific heat or bonding processes.