Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, and is an important chapter in the HS classification organized by material. This chapter covers glass in various forms (such as blocks, tubes, sheets), glass semi-finished products, glass fibers and articles thereof, as well as various finished glass products such as glassware, glass beads, glass fibers, glass wool, etc. However, this chapter does not include imitation jewelry of glass (classified under Chapter 71), toys of glass (classified under Chapter 95), optical elements of glass (classified under Chapter 90), or electrical insulators of glass (classified under Chapter 85). Heading 7013 covers glassware for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes, excluding glass containers of heading 7010 (such as ampoules, glass bottles, jars, etc.). This heading mainly includes drinking glasses, glass plates, glass bowls, glass jugs and other dining utensils, as well as glass condiment bottles, glass ashtrays, etc. Under 7013, goods are further subdivided according to glass type (such as tempered glass, glass-ceramics, other glass) and use. Code 701310 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '70' represent Chapter 70 (glass and glassware); digits 3-4 '13' represent heading 7013 (glassware for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes); digits 5-6 '10' represent subheading 7013.10, namely glass-ceramic ware for table or kitchen purposes. Glass-ceramics (also known as vitroceramics) are special glass materials made through a controlled crystallization process, featuring low expansion and thermal shock resistance, and are commonly used to manufacture tableware and cookware. This product is classified under 701310 because its material is glass-ceramics and its use is table or kitchen ware. The difference from adjacent codes 7013.20 (of tempered glass) and 7013.30 (of other glass, such as soda-lime glass) lies in the material: glass-ceramics have a unique microcrystalline structure, different from ordinary tempered glass or borosilicate glass. The difference from 7010 (glass containers) lies in the use: 7010 is mainly used for packing, transport or storage, while 7013 is for directly used table and kitchen ware.
Chapter
Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, and is an important chapter in the HS classification organized by material. This chapter covers glass in various forms (such as blocks, tubes, sheets), glass semi-finished products, glass fibers and articles thereof, as well as various finished glass products such as glassware, glass beads, glass fibers, glass wool, etc. However, this chapter does not include imitation jewelry of glass (classified under Chapter 71), toys of glass (classified under Chapter 95), optical elements of glass (classified under Chapter 90), or electrical insulators of glass (classified under Chapter 85).
Heading
Heading 7013 covers glassware for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes, excluding glass containers of heading 7010 (such as ampoules, glass bottles, jars, etc.). This heading mainly includes drinking glasses, glass plates, glass bowls, glass jugs and other dining utensils, as well as glass condiment bottles, glass ashtrays, etc. Under 7013, goods are further subdivided according to glass type (such as tempered glass, glass-ceramics, other glass) and use.
Digit Breakdown
Code 701310 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits '70' represent Chapter 70 (glass and glassware); digits 3-4 '13' represent heading 7013 (glassware for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes); digits 5-6 '10' represent subheading 7013.10, namely glass-ceramic ware for table or kitchen purposes. Glass-ceramics (also known as vitroceramics) are special glass materials made through a controlled crystallization process, featuring low expansion and thermal shock resistance, and are commonly used to manufacture tableware and cookware.
Classification Basis
This product is classified under 701310 because its material is glass-ceramics and its use is table or kitchen ware. The difference from adjacent codes 7013.20 (of tempered glass) and 7013.30 (of other glass, such as soda-lime glass) lies in the material: glass-ceramics have a unique microcrystalline structure, different from ordinary tempered glass or borosilicate glass. The difference from 7010 (glass containers) lies in the use: 7010 is mainly used for packing, transport or storage, while 7013 is for directly used table and kitchen ware.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the material and use, such as 'glass-ceramic dinner plate', 'vitroceramic bowl'. Material: Detailed description of the glass type, such as 'glass-ceramics (vitroceramics)', and indicate whether it is tempered, heat-resistant, etc. Use: Clearly declare the use, such as 'for table use', 'for kitchen use', and specify the specific function (such as holding food, cooking aid). Brand: Declare the brand of the commodity (fill in 'no brand' if none), for customs intellectual property protection and statistics. Specifications/Model: Declare the specifications and model of the commodity, such as size, capacity, shape, etc., to facilitate customs inspection and classification. Processing Method: Describe the forming process, such as 'mold pressing', 'centrifugal forming', and whether surface treatment has been applied. Package Type: Declare the packaging method, such as 'carton packing', 'pallet packing', for customs supervision and statistics. Product Name: glass-ceramic dinner plate; Material: vitroceramics (glass-ceramics), heat-resistant; Use: for table use; Brand: no brand; Specifications/Model: diameter 20cm, round; Processing Method: mold pressing; Package Type: carton packing. Misreporting glass-ceramics as ordinary glass or tempered glass, leading to incorrect subheading classification. Declaring the use as 'decorative' when it is actually for table use, which should be classified under 701310 rather than 701399. Missing elements such as brand and specifications/model, affecting customs document review and inspection efficiency.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the material and use, such as 'glass-ceramic dinner plate', 'vitroceramic bowl'.
⚠️ Declaring only 'glass plate' without indicating the glass-ceramic material, leading to classification disputes.
Material
Detailed description of the glass type, such as 'glass-ceramics (vitroceramics)', and indicate whether it is tempered, heat-resistant, etc.
⚠️ Misreporting glass-ceramics as ordinary glass or tempered glass, affecting classification.
Use
Clearly declare the use, such as 'for table use', 'for kitchen use', and specify the specific function (such as holding food, cooking aid).
⚠️ Vague use description, such as 'household', without distinguishing table/kitchen from other uses.
Brand
Declare the brand of the commodity (fill in 'no brand' if none), for customs intellectual property protection and statistics.
⚠️ Ignoring brand declaration, or misspelling the brand.
Specifications/Model
Declare the specifications and model of the commodity, such as size, capacity, shape, etc., to facilitate customs inspection and classification.
⚠️ Missing or overly general specifications, such as 'large size'.
Processing Method
Describe the forming process, such as 'mold pressing', 'centrifugal forming', and whether surface treatment has been applied.
⚠️ Failure to declare the processing method, which may affect origin determination.
Package Type
Declare the packaging method, such as 'carton packing', 'pallet packing', for customs supervision and statistics.
⚠️ False declaration of package type, such as declaring wooden boxes as cartons.
Misreporting glass-ceramics as ordinary glass or tempered glass, leading to incorrect subheading classification.
Declaring the use as 'decorative' when it is actually for table use, which should be classified under 701310 rather than 701399.
Missing elements such as brand and specifications/model, affecting customs document review and inspection efficiency.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are material and use. First confirm whether the product is glass-ceramics (vitroceramics), which can be verified through composition analysis or supplier certification. Second, confirm whether the use is for table or kitchen. If it is made of glass-ceramics but not for table/kitchen use (such as decorative use), it is classified under 701399. If it is table or kitchen ware of tempered glass, it is classified under 701320. If it is of other glass (such as soda-lime glass), it is classified under 701330. Attention should also be paid to the difference from 7010 (glass containers), which is mainly used for packing, transport or storage. 701320 Glassware for table or kitchen purposes, of tempered glass: The material is tempered glass, strengthened by heat treatment, but not glass-ceramics. Glass-ceramics have a microcrystalline structure and superior thermal shock resistance. 701330 Glassware for table or kitchen purposes, of other glass: The material is other glass, such as soda-lime glass or borosilicate glass, not subjected to microcrystallization. Glass-ceramics must be made through controlled crystallization. 701399 Other glassware: The use is not table/kitchen, such as decorative, toilet, or office use. 701310 is limited to table and kitchen use. 701090 Other glass containers: Used for packing, transport or storage, such as glass bottles and jars. 701310 is for directly used table and kitchen ware, not packing containers. 691110 Porcelain tableware: The material is ceramic (porcelain), not glass-ceramics. Although glass-ceramics have 'ceramic' in the name, they are glass products. Is the material glass-ceramics (vitroceramics)? Is the use for table or kitchen? Has it undergone microcrystallization treatment? Is it confused with 7010 glass containers? Is it confused with ceramic tableware?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are material and use. First confirm whether the product is glass-ceramics (vitroceramics), which can be verified through composition analysis or supplier certification. Second, confirm whether the use is for table or kitchen. If it is made of glass-ceramics but not for table/kitchen use (such as decorative use), it is classified under 701399. If it is table or kitchen ware of tempered glass, it is classified under 701320. If it is of other glass (such as soda-lime glass), it is classified under 701330. Attention should also be paid to the difference from 7010 (glass containers), which is mainly used for packing, transport or storage.
Confused Codes：
701320 - Glassware for table or kitchen purposes, of tempered glass
The material is tempered glass, strengthened by heat treatment, but not glass-ceramics. Glass-ceramics have a microcrystalline structure and superior thermal shock resistance.
701330 - Glassware for table or kitchen purposes, of other glass
The material is other glass, such as soda-lime glass or borosilicate glass, not subjected to microcrystallization. Glass-ceramics must be made through controlled crystallization.
701399 - Other glassware
The use is not table/kitchen, such as decorative, toilet, or office use. 701310 is limited to table and kitchen use.
701090 - Other glass containers
Used for packing, transport or storage, such as glass bottles and jars. 701310 is for directly used table and kitchen ware, not packing containers.
691110 - Porcelain tableware
The material is ceramic (porcelain), not glass-ceramics. Although glass-ceramics have 'ceramic' in the name, they are glass products.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the material glass-ceramics (vitroceramics)?
✓ Is the use for table or kitchen?
✓ Has it undergone microcrystallization treatment?
✓ Is it confused with 7010 glass containers?
✓ Is it confused with ceramic tableware?
❓ FAQ
How do I look up the HS code for glass-ceramic dinner plates? First confirm the material is glass-ceramics (vitroceramics) and the use is for table use. Then consult the HS code table, Chapter 70 glassware, heading 7013 glassware for table or kitchen purposes, subheading 701310 of glass-ceramics. You can query through the customs official website or classification database, or consult a professional customs broker. What is the difference in classification between glass-ceramics and tempered glass? Glass-ceramics (vitroceramics) are special glass made through controlled crystallization, classified under 701310; tempered glass is glass strengthened by heat treatment, classified under 701320. The materials are different, so the subheadings differ. Material certification is required at declaration. Which code should a glass-ceramic coffee cup be classified under? A glass-ceramic coffee cup is table ware and should be classified under 701310. However, if the coffee cup is made of tempered glass, it is classified under 701320; if made of other glass, under 701330. It must be determined according to the actual material. What declaration elements are required when declaring 701310? Product name, material, use, brand, specifications/model, processing method, package type, etc. are required. The material must be specified as glass-ceramics, and the use must be specified as table or kitchen use. It is recommended to attach material certification and use description for customs review. How do I distinguish glass-ceramic dinner plates from porcelain dinner plates? Glass-ceramics are glass products classified under Chapter 70; porcelain dinner plates are ceramic products classified under Chapter 69. Glass-ceramics have the microscopic structure of glass but have undergone microcrystallization treatment; porcelain is fired from raw materials such as clay. They can be distinguished through composition testing. How do I check the tariff rate for imported glass-ceramic kitchen utensils? Tariff rates vary depending on country, trade agreements, origin, etc. You can consult the Import and Export Tariff published by the General Administration of Customs or query through the customs classification advance ruling system. It is recommended to use official tariff query tools or consult a customs broker for the latest rates. How should a glass-ceramic dinner plate with metal decoration be classified? If the metal decoration is only auxiliary decoration and does not change the essential character of the product, it is still classified as a glass-ceramic dinner plate under 701310. If the metal part constitutes the essential character, it may be classified as a metal article. It must be judged based on the overall material and use. How do I declare the HS code for glass-ceramic tableware sold through cross-border e-commerce? Cross-border e-commerce declaration requires HS code, product name, material, use, etc. Glass-ceramic tableware should be declared under 701310. Note that platforms may require material certification to ensure accurate coding. For bulk exports, it is recommended to obtain a classification advance ruling in advance.
Q: How do I look up the HS code for glass-ceramic dinner plates?
A: First confirm the material is glass-ceramics (vitroceramics) and the use is for table use. Then consult the HS code table, Chapter 70 glassware, heading 7013 glassware for table or kitchen purposes, subheading 701310 of glass-ceramics. You can query through the customs official website or classification database, or consult a professional customs broker.
Q: What is the difference in classification between glass-ceramics and tempered glass?
A: Glass-ceramics (vitroceramics) are special glass made through controlled crystallization, classified under 701310; tempered glass is glass strengthened by heat treatment, classified under 701320. The materials are different, so the subheadings differ. Material certification is required at declaration.
Q: Which code should a glass-ceramic coffee cup be classified under?
A: A glass-ceramic coffee cup is table ware and should be classified under 701310. However, if the coffee cup is made of tempered glass, it is classified under 701320; if made of other glass, under 701330. It must be determined according to the actual material.
Q: What declaration elements are required when declaring 701310?
A: Product name, material, use, brand, specifications/model, processing method, package type, etc. are required. The material must be specified as glass-ceramics, and the use must be specified as table or kitchen use. It is recommended to attach material certification and use description for customs review.
Q: How do I distinguish glass-ceramic dinner plates from porcelain dinner plates?
A: Glass-ceramics are glass products classified under Chapter 70; porcelain dinner plates are ceramic products classified under Chapter 69. Glass-ceramics have the microscopic structure of glass but have undergone microcrystallization treatment; porcelain is fired from raw materials such as clay. They can be distinguished through composition testing.
Q: How do I check the tariff rate for imported glass-ceramic kitchen utensils?
A: Tariff rates vary depending on country, trade agreements, origin, etc. You can consult the Import and Export Tariff published by the General Administration of Customs or query through the customs classification advance ruling system. It is recommended to use official tariff query tools or consult a customs broker for the latest rates.
Q: How should a glass-ceramic dinner plate with metal decoration be classified?
A: If the metal decoration is only auxiliary decoration and does not change the essential character of the product, it is still classified as a glass-ceramic dinner plate under 701310. If the metal part constitutes the essential character, it may be classified as a metal article. It must be judged based on the overall material and use.
Q: How do I declare the HS code for glass-ceramic tableware sold through cross-border e-commerce?
A: Cross-border e-commerce declaration requires HS code, product name, material, use, etc. Glass-ceramic tableware should be declared under 701310. Note that platforms may require material certification to ensure accurate coding. For bulk exports, it is recommended to obtain a classification advance ruling in advance.
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