Chapter 70 covers glass and glassware, including glass blocks, glass tubes, glass beads, glass fibers, glassware, glass ornaments, etc. This chapter ranges from raw glass to various finished glass products, but excludes imitation jewelry of glass (classified under 7117), toys of glass (classified under 9503), lamps of glass (classified under 9405), and optical elements of glass (classified under 9001, etc.). This chapter is the core chapter for the classification of goods in the glass industry. Heading 7018 covers glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious stones, imitation semi-precious stones and similar small glass articles, as well as other glass ornaments (excluding imitation jewelry). Specifically includes: glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious stones, etc. (subheading 7018.10); other glass ornaments (subheading 7018.90). Note: imitation jewelry of glass is classified under 7117, toys of glass under 9503, and lamps of glass under 9405. First 2 digits 70: indicates Chapter 70, i.e., glass and glassware. Digits 3-4, 18: indicates heading 7018, i.e., glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious stones or imitation semi-precious stones and similar small glass articles, as well as other glass ornaments (excluding imitation jewelry). Digits 5-6, 90: indicates subheading 7018.90, i.e., other glass ornaments, covering glass ornaments other than glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious stones, etc., such as glass ornaments, glass vases, glass statues, glass handicrafts, etc. This subheading is the residual subheading under 7018 other than 7018.10 (glass beads, etc.). This product is other glass ornaments, not imitation jewelry, not toys, not lamps, therefore classified under 7018.90. If it were imitation jewelry of glass (such as glass necklaces, bracelets), it should be classified under 7117; if it were toys of glass (such as glass marbles as toys), it should be classified under 9503; if it were lamps of glass (such as glass lampshades), it should be classified under 9405. 7018.90 is the dedicated code for glass ornaments.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared product, such as glass ornament, glass vase, glass statue, etc., which should accurately reflect the product attributes. Material: Specify the type of glass, such as soda-lime glass, lead crystal glass, borosilicate glass, etc., and whether other materials are contained. Use: Declare the use of the product, such as indoor decoration, gifts, ornaments, etc., clarifying its decorative function. Processing Technique: Specify the processing method, such as blowing, pressing, carving, frosting, painting, etc., affecting classification and valuation. Brand: Declare the brand of the product (if any); if no brand, declare 'no brand'. Model: Declare the model of the product (if any); if no model, declare 'no model'. Dimensions: Declare the dimensions of the product (such as length, width, height or diameter), affecting classification and valuation. Packaging Specifications: Declare the packaging method of the product, such as boxed, bulk, etc., affecting transportation and tariffs. Product Name: Glass ornament; Material: Soda-lime glass; Use: Indoor decoration; Processing Technique: Blowing; Brand: No brand; Model: No model; Dimensions: Height 20cm, diameter 10cm; Packaging Specifications: Cardboard box. Mistakenly classifying imitation jewelry of glass under 7018.90, when it should actually be classified under 7117. Mistakenly classifying toys of glass under 7018.90, when it should actually be classified under 9503. Mistakenly classifying lamps of glass under 7018.90, when it should actually be classified under 9405.

Core criteria for classification: 1. Whether the product is made of glass; 2. Whether it is an ornament; 3. Whether it excludes imitation jewelry, toys, lamps, etc. According to the notes to Chapter 70 of the Import and Export Tariff, 7018 only includes glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious stones, etc., and other glass ornaments, excluding imitation jewelry (7117), toys (9503), and lamps (9405). Therefore, other glass ornaments should be classified under 7018.90. 7117 Imitation Jewelry: 7117 is imitation jewelry, including imitation jewelry of glass (such as glass necklaces, bracelets), while 7018.90 is other glass ornaments (such as ornaments, vases). The key difference is whether it has jewelry characteristics (wearing function). 9503 Toys: 9503 is toys, including toys of glass (such as glass marbles as toys), while 7018.90 is ornaments. The key difference is whether the use is for play or decoration. 9405 Lamps: 9405 is lamps, including lamps of glass (such as glass lampshades), while 7018.90 is ornaments. The key difference is whether it has a lighting function. 7013 Glassware: 7013 is glassware (such as glass cups, glass plates), used for dining tables, kitchens, etc., while 7018.90 is ornaments. The key difference is whether the use is practical or decorative. 7019 Glass Fiber Products: 7019 is glass fibers and their products, while 7018.90 is glass ornaments. The key difference is whether the material is glass fiber or ordinary glass. Is the product made of glass? Does the product have a decorative function? Does the product have jewelry characteristics? Does the product have a play function? Does the product have a lighting function?

How to inquire about the tax rate for HS code 701890? It can be inquired through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the International Trade Single Window, or the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China. Tax rates may vary due to factors such as country, trade agreements, and origin of goods. It is recommended to refer to the latest official data. How to distinguish between glass ornaments and imitation jewelry of glass? Imitation jewelry of glass has a wearing function, such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc., classified under 7117; glass ornaments are mainly used for display and appreciation, such as ornaments and vases, classified under 7018.90. The key is whether it is used for wearing on the human body. How to distinguish between glass ornaments and toys of glass? Toys of glass are mainly used for children's play, such as glass marbles as toys, classified under 9503; glass ornaments are mainly used for decoration, such as glass ornaments, classified under 7018.90. The key is the use and design purpose. How to distinguish between glass ornaments and lamps of glass? Lamps of glass have a lighting function, such as glass lampshades, classified under 9405; glass ornaments have no lighting function, such as glass vases, classified under 7018.90. The key is whether it is used for lighting. What elements are required to declare 701890? Product name, material, use, processing technique, brand, model, dimensions, packaging specifications, etc. are required. The specific requirements are subject to customs requirements. It is recommended to consult a customs broker or customs in advance. Does 701890 include glass Christmas ornaments? Glass Christmas ornaments (such as glass Christmas balls), if used for holiday decoration, are usually classified under 9505 (Christmas articles), rather than 7018.90. However, if they are general ornaments, they are classified under 7018.90. It needs to be judged according to the specific use. Are there regulatory conditions for glass ornaments? Generally, there are no special regulatory conditions, but they may involve import and export inspection and quarantine, endangered species, etc., which need to be determined according to the specific goods and requirements of the trading country. It is recommended to inquire about the customs regulatory condition codes. What is the difference between 701890 and 701399? 701399 is other glassware, used for practical purposes, such as glass cups and glass plates; 701890 is glass ornaments, used for appreciation, such as glass ornaments. The key difference is whether the use is practical or decorative.