Glass; rear-view mirrors for vehicles

HS code 700910 covers the classification of glass rear-view mirrors for vehicles. This industry plays a crucial role in the automotive sector, providing essential safety and visibility components for a wide range of vehicles. As a key part of the broader glass manufacturing industry, the production of vehicle rear-view mirrors contributes significantly to the global economy, supporting various downstream industries and enabling the safe operation of millions of automobiles worldwide.

The production of glass rear-view mirrors for vehicles typically involves a multi-step process. First, high-quality glass is carefully selected and cut to the desired shape and size. The glass is then coated with a reflective material, such as silver or aluminum, to create the mirror surface. Finally, the mirror is mounted in a durable frame, often made of plastic or metal, to create the complete rear-view mirror assembly.

The main inputs required for the production of glass rear-view mirrors include high-quality glass, reflective coating materials, and the necessary manufacturing equipment and machinery. Specialized tools and equipment, such as cutting machines, coating chambers, and assembly lines, are essential for the efficient and precise production of these automotive components. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the specialized equipment and ensuring the quality and consistency of the final products.

The primary output of the glass rear-view mirror industry is, of course, the rear-view mirrors themselves. These components are then consumed by the 870000 Motor vehicles industry, where they are installed in a wide range of vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, and buses. The rear-view mirrors produced under HS code 700910 may also be used in other transportation modes, such as 860000 (Railway or tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds), 880000 Aircraft, spacecraft, and parts thereof, and 890000 Ships, boats and floating structures.