Safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass

HS v2017 Code: 7007

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
70	07	n/a

Code	7007
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	70

Ancestor Codes: Glass and glassware

This Code: Safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass

Child Codes: Glass; safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels); Glass; safety glass, laminated, of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels; Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels; Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels)

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Glass; drawn glass and blown glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked; Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked; Glass of heading no. 7003, 7004 or 7005, bent, edge-worked, engraved, drilled, enamelled or otherwise worked, not framed or fitted with other materials; Glass; multiple-walled insulating units of glass; Glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors

About safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass

HS code 7007 covers safety glass, which is a critical component in a wide range of industries, from automotive and construction to electronics and household appliances. This specialized type of glass is designed to provide enhanced safety and protection, making it an essential material in applications where the risk of breakage or shattering is a concern. The global safety glass market is projected to grow steadily in the coming years, driven by increasing demand from various end-use sectors and the ongoing emphasis on safety and security measures.

Production process

The production of safety glass typically involves two main techniques: toughening (tempering) and lamination. Toughened (tempered) glass is created by subjecting regular annealed glass to a thermal or chemical treatment, which increases its strength and makes it more resistant to breakage. Laminated glass, on the other hand, is produced by bonding two or more layers of glass together with an interlayer, typically made of plastic or resin. This process enhances the glass's impact resistance and prevents it from shattering into sharp, dangerous shards upon breakage.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the production of safety glass include high-quality float glass, specialized machinery for the toughening or lamination processes, and various chemicals and materials used in the treatment and bonding of the glass. Manufacturers also rely on a skilled workforce with expertise in glass processing and quality control to ensure the final products meet industry standards and safety requirements.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 7007 are toughened (tempered) and laminated safety glass products, which are then used in a wide range of applications. These include 8708 Motor vehicle parts and accessories, 8509 Household appliances, 8525 Transmission apparatus for radio-broadcasting or television, and 7010 Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules and other containers, of glass. The safety and durability of these glass products make them essential components in various industries, contributing to the overall safety and reliability of the products they are used in.

Family tree for safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/70'>70: Glass and glassware</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7007'>7007: Safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7001'>7001: Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, glass in the mass</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7002'>7002: Glass in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018), rods or tubes, unworked</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7003'>7003: Glass; cast glass and rolled glass in sheets or profiles, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7004'>7004: Glass; drawn glass and blown glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7005'>7005: Glass; float glass and surface ground or polished glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7006'>7006: Glass of heading no. 7003, 7004 or 7005, bent, edge-worked, engraved, drilled, enamelled or otherwise worked, not framed or fitted with other materials</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7008'>7008: Glass; multiple-walled insulating units of glass</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7009'>7009: Glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7010'>7010: Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7011'>7011: Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for electric lamps, cathode-ray tubes or the like</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7013'>7013: Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes (other than of heading no. 7010 or 7018)</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7014'>7014: Signalling glassware and optical elements of glass (other than those of heading no. 7015), not optically worked</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7015'>7015: Clock, watch and similar glasses, glasses for non-corrective or corrective spectacles, curved, bent, hallowed etc, not optically worked; hollow glass spheres and their segments for manufacture</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7016'>7016: Glass; paving blocks, slabs, bricks, tiles etc, of pressed, moulded glass, whether or not wired, glass smallwares for decorative purposes leaded lights and the like; multicellular or foam glass</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7017'>7017: Laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware, whether or not graduated or calibrated</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7018'>7018: Glass beads, imitation pearls, precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares, statuettes and other ornaments of worked glass; glass microspheres not exceeding 1mm in diameter</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7019'>7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, woven fabrics)</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/7020'>7020: Glass; articles n.e.c. in chapter 70</a>"]

    B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/700711'>700711: Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/700719'>700719: Glass; safety glass, toughened (tempered), (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels)</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/700721'>700721: Glass; safety glass, laminated, of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/700729'>700729: Glass; safety glass, laminated, (not of a size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels)</a>"]


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