HS Code 7008
Insulating Multiple-Walled Glass Units
HS code 7008 covers multiple-walled insulating units of glass, commonly known as double or triple glazing, used for thermal and sound insulation.
HS Code 7008 — Insulating Multiple-Walled Glass Units
Commonly known as double or triple glazing, these units consist of two or more panes of glass separated by a gap filled with air or gas (like Argon) and sealed at the edges. They are used primarily for thermal and acoustic insulation in buildings.
What's included
- Double glazed units
- Triple glazed glass
- Argon-filled glass units
- Insulated glass for windows
What's excluded
- Vacuum flasks → use
9617(Insulated food/drink containers are classified under miscellaneous manufactured articles.)
Common examples
- Double-paned home window units
- Triple-glazed high-efficiency glass
- Sealed insulating glass with low-E coating
- Commercial curtain wall glass units
Frequently asked questions
Are the frames included in 7008?
No. If the glass is already mounted in a frame (uPVC, Wood, Aluminium), it is classified under 4418, 7308, 7610, or 3925 depending on the frame material.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 3% - 10%
- Documentation: Thermal transmittance (U-value) data is often required for customs in the EU/UK for energy rating compliance.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Poland, Germany, China, Austria
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway
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Key takeaway
Only covers the unmounted sealed glass 'sandwich'; once framed, it changes HS category.
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