HS Code 7017

Laboratory and Pharmaceutical Glassware

HS code 7017 covers laboratory, hygienic, or pharmaceutical glassware, including item that are graduated, calibrated, or made for chemical resistance.

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HS Code 7017 — Laboratory and Pharmaceutical Glassware

This code covers specialized glassware designed for scientific use in labs or for hygiene and pharmaceuticals. These products are often graduated, calibrated, or made to resist high temperatures and chemicals.

What's included

  • Glass beakers and flasks
  • Burettes and pipettes
  • Glass Petri dishes
  • Chemical storage bottles
  • Stopcocks for lab use

What's excluded

  • Ordinary medicine bottles → use 7010 (Generic shipping containers belong in 7010.)

Common examples

  • Pyrex 500ml laboratory beaker
  • Borosilicate glass test tubes
  • Graduated glass cylinders for labs
  • Glass laboratory condensers

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 7010 and 7017?

7010 is for general transport/packing; 7017 is specifically for high-precision scientific or medical use.

Trade & shipping notes

  • Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
  • Documentation: Products are often classified by glass type, notably borosilicate (low expansion).
  • Typical shipping mode: Air
  • Top exporters: Germany, United States, China, India
  • Top importers: United States, Germany, China

Key takeaway

High-precision glassware for the R&D and pharmaceutical sectors; requires careful packing.

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