HS Code 7002
Glass Balls, Rods, and Tubes
HS code 7002 covers unworked glass in the form of balls, solid rods, or hollow tubes, used as raw material for further manufacturing of glass products.
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HS Code 7002 — Glass Balls, Rods, and Tubes
This code covers raw glass in the form of balls (not microspheres), solid rods, or hollow tubes that have not been further worked. These are typically intermediate products used in lighting, laboratory glassware, or architectural features.
What's included
- Borosilicate glass tubes
- Solid glass rods
- Glass balls (non-microsphere)
- Unworked glass piping
What's excluded
- Glass microspheres → use
7018(Small beads/microspheres for reflective paint or industrial use have a specific heading.)
Common examples
- Pyrex glass tube for lab equipment
- Clear solid glass rods for chandeliers
- Unworked quartz glass tubing
- Soda-lime glass balls for industrial valves
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 7002 and 7017?
7002 is for unworked tubes (raw material). 7017 is for tubes that have been worked into specific laboratory apparatus.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 7%
- Documentation: Specify the glass type (e.g., quartz, borosilicate) to ensure correct duty application.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Germany, China, United States, Japan
- Top importers: India, South Korea, France
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Key takeaway
Covers primary glass shapes used by manufacturers rather than end consumers.
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