Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, including glass blocks, glass tubes, glass beads, glass fibers, glassware, etc. This chapter has a broad scope, covering everything from raw materials to finished products, but excludes certain special glass products (such as optical glass, glass fiber products, etc., which are classified under other chapters). Within the chapter, headings are divided by degree of processing and use, such as 7001 for cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, 7002 for glass in balls, 7003-7005 for flat glass, 7006 for processed glass, 7007 for safety glass, 7008 for multiple-walled insulating units of glass, 7009 for glass mirrors, 7010 for glass containers, 7011 for glass envelopes, 7012 for glass inners, 7013 for glassware for table, kitchen, decorative purposes, etc., 7014 for signalling glassware, 7015 for clock or watch glasses, 7016 for glass bricks, 7017 for laboratory glassware, 7018 for glass beads, 7019 for glass fibers, 7020 for other articles of glass. Heading 7013 covers glassware for table, kitchen, decorative purposes and other glassware for household use, including drinking glasses, plates, bowls, vases, ornaments, etc. This heading is further subdivided by type of glass (such as toughened glass, glass-ceramics, lead crystal) and use. Subheadings under 7013 include: 701310 (of glass-ceramics), 701322 (drinking glasses of lead crystal), 701328 (other drinking glasses), 701333 (other tableware of lead crystal), 701337 (other tableware of other glass), 701341 (kitchenware of lead crystal), 701349 (other kitchenware of other glass), 701391 (other household articles of lead crystal), 701399 (other glassware for household or decorative purposes). The first 2 digits 70 represent Chapter 70 "Glass and glassware", covering all glass and glass products, but certain special glass products are classified under other chapters. Digits 3-4, 13, represent heading 7013 "Glassware for table, kitchen, decorative purposes and other glassware for household use", which is subdivided by glass material and use. Digits 5-6, 99, represent subheading 701399 "Other glassware for household or decorative purposes", which is the residual subheading under 7013, covering glassware for household or decorative purposes not elsewhere specified, such as glass vases, ornaments, ashtrays, candlesticks, etc., but excluding drinking glasses, tableware, kitchenware and other specifically named articles. This commodity is other glassware for household or decorative purposes, not named in a more specific subheading under 7013 (such as drinking glasses not of lead crystal, tableware not of glass-ceramics, etc.), so it is classified under the residual subheading 701399. Adjacent codes such as 701391 are for other household articles of lead crystal; if the material is lead crystal, it should first be classified under 701391; 701349 is for other kitchenware of other glass; if the use is kitchen, it should be classified under 701349. Therefore, only household or decorative glassware that is neither lead crystal nor for kitchen or table use is classified under 701399.

Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as glass vase, glass ornament, etc., which should accurately reflect the actual use and material of the commodity. Material: State the type of glass, such as ordinary glass, lead crystal, glass-ceramics, etc. For lead crystal, the lead oxide content must be indicated. Use: Clarify the use of the commodity, such as household decoration, table display, kitchenware, etc., to distinguish different subheadings. Processing method: State the forming process, such as blowing, pressing, moulding, etc., and whether further processing has been carried out (such as engraving, edging). Brand: Declare the brand of the commodity (if any); if there is no brand, fill in "none". Model: Declare the model or article number of the commodity for easy identification. Size: Declare the size of the commodity (such as height, diameter), which affects classification and tariffs. Packaging specifications: Declare the packaging method and quantity, such as how many pieces per box. Customs declaration example: Product name: Glass vase Material: Ordinary glass (not lead crystal) Use: Home decoration Processing method: Hand-blown, frosted surface Brand: None Model: VASE-001 Size: Height 25cm, diameter 12cm Packaging specifications: 12 pieces per box HS code: 70139900 Declaration elements: Product name: Glass vase; Material: Ordinary glass; Use: Decoration; Processing method: Blown; Brand: None; Model: VASE-001; Size: 25cm*12cm; Packaging: 12 pieces/box. Mistakenly classifying lead crystal ware under 701399, when it should actually be classified under 701391. Mistakenly classifying glass tableware (such as plates, bowls) under 701399, when it should actually be classified under 701337 or 701333. Failure to distinguish glass-ceramic ware, which should be classified under 701310.

The core criteria for classification are the material, use and processing technology of the commodity. First, determine whether it is glassware for household or decorative purposes, excluding tableware, kitchenware and other specifically named articles. Second, determine the subheading according to the type of glass (lead crystal, glass-ceramics, other glass). Lead crystal must meet a lead oxide content of ≥24% and is classified under 701391; glass-ceramics are classified under 701310; other glass is further subdivided by use, such as drinking glasses under 701328, tableware under 701337, kitchenware under 701349, and other household or decorative articles under 701399. 701391 Other household articles of lead crystal: The material is lead crystal (lead oxide content ≥24%), while 701399 is of other glass. 701349 Other kitchenware of other glass: The use is kitchen, such as condiment bottles, storage jars, etc., while 701399 is for household or decorative use. 701337 Other tableware of other glass: The use is tableware, such as plates, bowls, etc., while 701399 is for decorative or household use. 701310 Glass-ceramic tableware and household articles: The material is glass-ceramics, while 701399 is other glass. 701328 Other drinking glasses of other glass: The commodity is a drinking glass, while 701399 is other household or decorative articles. Does it belong to glassware for household or decorative purposes? Have tableware, kitchenware, drinking glasses and other specifically named articles been excluded? Is the material lead crystal or glass-ceramics? Does it meet the lead oxide content standard for lead crystal? Has the impact of the processing method on classification been considered?

How can I check the tariff rate for HS code 701399? You can check the latest tariff rate by entering 70139900 on the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or a professional HS code query platform. Note that tariff rates may change due to country, trade agreements (such as RCEP) and policy adjustments, so it is recommended to rely on the latest official publication. Which HS code should a glass vase be classified under? Glass vases are usually classified under 701399, but the material must be confirmed: if it is lead crystal, it is classified under 701391; if it is glass-ceramics, it is classified under 701310. At the same time, if the vase has a specific use (such as laboratory use), it may be classified under other chapters. What is the difference in classification between lead crystal and ordinary glass? Lead crystal (lead oxide content ≥24%) is classified under subheadings such as 701391, 701333, 701341, while ordinary glass is classified under 701399, 701337, 701349, etc. When classifying, material certification must be provided, otherwise it may be questioned by customs. What is the classification boundary between glass decorative articles and glass tableware? Glass tableware (such as plates, bowls) is classified under 701337 or 701333, while glass decorative articles (such as ornaments, vases) are classified under 701399. If a commodity has both practical and decorative functions, it is classified according to its primary use. What are the consequences of incomplete declaration elements at customs declaration? Incomplete declaration elements may lead to customs rejection, inspection or classification errors, thereby affecting customs clearance speed and taxes. It is recommended to fill in elements such as product name, material and use strictly in accordance with customs requirements to ensure accuracy. How to distinguish 701399 from 701349? 701349 is other kitchenware of other glass, such as condiment bottles, storage jars, etc., used in the kitchen; 701399 is other glassware for household or decorative purposes, such as vases, ornaments, etc. The key difference lies in the use. For cross-border e-commerce sales of glassware, how can classification errors be avoided? It is recommended to understand the material, use and processing technology of the commodity in detail, and classify it against HS code notes and subheading structure. You may consult a professional customs broker or use customs advance classification services to ensure the code is accurate. Is the HS code of glassware affected by size? Generally not; the HS code is mainly divided according to material, use and processing method. However, certain special sizes may affect classification, such as oversized glass sheets, which may be classified under other headings.