Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, and is an important chapter of industrial products in the HS classification. This chapter includes glass in various forms (such as blocks, sheets, tubes, beads, etc.) as well as finished glass products, from ordinary containers to technical glassware. However, this chapter does not include imitation jewelry of glass (Chapter 71), glass fibers and articles thereof (Chapter 54, Chapter 55), or glass toys, lamps, and similar articles classified by use. Glass products of this chapter are generally further subdivided by degree of processing, use, and material characteristics. Heading 7010 covers containers of glass, including ampoules, jars, pots, phials, stoppers, lids, and other similar containers, used for the conveyance or packing of goods. These containers are usually made of glass, but may also include stoppers and lids made of other materials, provided they are used with glass containers. This heading also includes glass stoppers and lids, whether or not ground or polished, but they must be for use with glass containers. However, this heading does not include glassware for kitchen or table use (heading 7013), laboratory glassware (heading 7017), etc. HS code 701020 consists of 6 digits: the first 2 digits '70' represent Chapter 70 (glass and glassware); digits 3-4 '10' represent heading 7010 (stoppers, lids and similar articles of glass); digits 5-6 '20' represent subheading 701020 (glass stoppers and lids). Therefore, 701020 specifically refers to glass stoppers and lids used to close glass containers. Note that subheading 701020 is a specific subheading under 7010, alongside 701010 (ampoules) and 701090 (other containers). In international trade, this code is used to clearly classify glass stoppers and lids, facilitating customs supervision and statistics. Glass stoppers and lids are classified under 701020, rather than adjacent codes, because they are specially used to close glass containers and are made of glass. If the stoppers or lids are made of other materials (such as plastic or metal), they may be classified under Chapter 39 or Chapter 83. In addition, if glass stoppers or lids are presented together with glass containers as accessories and are normally sold with the containers, they may be classified as containers. However, glass stoppers and lids presented separately should be classified under 701020.

Product name: The Chinese and foreign-language names of the declared goods should accurately describe them as glass stoppers or lids, avoiding vague generic terms. Material: State the type of glass, such as soda-lime glass, borosilicate glass, etc., and whether it has been processed (such as ground or polished). Use: Indicate the type of glass container for which it is used, such as bottles, jars, etc., and whether it is used for sealing. Dimensions: Provide dimensions such as diameter and height of the stopper or lid for customs verification. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if there is no brand, fill in 'none'. Model: Declare the model or item number of the product for identification. Processing method: State whether it has been ground, polished, coated, etc. Packaging specifications: State the packaging method and quantity per package, such as carton packing, 1000 pieces per carton. Example of declaration elements on a customs declaration form: Product name: Glass stopper Material: Soda-lime glass, unprocessed Use: For sealing glass bottles Dimensions: Diameter 20mm, height 15mm Brand: None Model: GS-001 Processing method: Not ground Packaging specifications: Carton packing, 5000 pieces per carton Note: The above elements must be consistent with the actual goods, and relevant documents must be attached. Mistakenly classifying glass stoppers under 701090 (other glass containers), ignoring their specific nature. Material declaration is not specific, such as writing only 'glass' without distinguishing the type of glass. Use description is too broad and does not specify use for glass containers, leading to classification errors.

Core criteria for classification: First, confirm that the product is made of glass; second, confirm that the product is a stopper or lid used to close a container; third, confirm that the container is made of glass; finally, confirm that the product is presented separately, rather than together with the container. If presented together with the container and forming a complete container, it is classified as a container. In addition, attention should be paid to whether it has been processed, such as ground or polished; such processing does not affect classification under 701020, but may affect other headings. 701090 Other glass containers: 701090 covers other containers of glass, such as bottles and jars, but does not include stoppers and lids. If stoppers are presented together with containers, they may be classified as containers. 392350 Plastic stoppers and lids: Different material; 392350 is made of plastic, while 701020 is made of glass. If the stopper is made of plastic, it should be classified under 392350. 830910 Base metal stoppers and lids: The material is base metal, such as aluminum or iron, classified under 830910. If made of glass, it is classified under 701020. 701310 Glassware for table or kitchen purposes: 701310 is tableware or kitchenware, while 701020 is stoppers and lids, with different uses. 701710 Laboratory glassware: 701710 is laboratory glassware, such as beakers and test tubes, while 701020 is stoppers and lids, with different uses. Is the material glass? Is it a stopper or lid? Is it used to close glass containers? Is it presented separately? Has it been ground or polished?

Which HS code should glass stoppers and lids be classified under? Glass stoppers and lids should be classified under HS code 701020. This code specifically covers glass stoppers and lids used to close glass containers. If the stoppers or lids are made of other materials, they are classified under the corresponding chapter. How do you distinguish between 701020 and 701090? 701020 specifically refers to glass stoppers and lids, while 701090 covers other glass containers, such as bottles and jars. If stoppers are presented together with containers and form a complete container, they are classified as containers; stoppers presented separately are classified under 701020. Does grinding and polishing of glass stoppers affect classification? No, they are still classified under 701020. Grinding and polishing are processing methods that do not change the basic characteristics and use of the goods, so the classification remains unchanged. Which code should plastic stoppers be classified under? Plastic stoppers should be classified under 392350, which covers plastic stoppers, lids, and similar articles. Material is the key distinguishing factor. How should glass stoppers be classified when imported together with glass bottles? If glass stoppers are presented together with glass bottles and form a complete container, they are usually classified as glass containers, i.e., 701090. However, if the stoppers are presented separately, they are classified under 701020. What elements need attention when declaring? When declaring, elements such as product name, material, use, dimensions, brand, model, processing method, and packaging specifications must be provided. Ensure the information is accurate to avoid classification errors. How can I check the tariff rate for 701020? Tariff rates may change. It is recommended to obtain the latest 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' through the General Administration of Customs website or consult a professional customs broker. If glass stoppers have a brand, is declaration required? Yes, if there is a brand, the brand name must be filled in the declaration elements. If there is no brand, fill in 'none'. Brand information helps customs intellectual property protection.