Glass; cullet and other waste and scrap of glass, excluding glass from cathode ray tubes or other activated glass of heading 85.49, glass in the mass

HS code 700100 covers the trade of glass cullet, waste, and scrap, excluding specialized glass products like those used in cathode ray tubes or other activated glass. This industry plays a crucial role in the global glass manufacturing supply chain, as it provides a valuable source of raw materials for the production of new glass products. The efficient recycling and reuse of glass waste contributes to the sustainability of the glass industry and the broader circular economy.

The main production technique for this industry involves the collection, sorting, and processing of various types of glass waste and scrap. This includes manually or mechanically separating different glass compositions, removing contaminants, and crushing or melting the glass to prepare it for reuse in new glass manufacturing processes. Advanced technologies, such as optical sorting and automated processing, are increasingly being adopted to improve the efficiency and quality of glass cullet production.

The primary inputs for this industry are the various types of glass waste and scrap, which can come from a wide range of sources, including households, commercial establishments, and industrial facilities. In addition to the raw glass materials, the industry may also require specialized equipment and machinery for the collection, sorting, and processing of the glass waste. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary for the melting and processing of the glass cullet.

The main output of this industry is the processed glass cullet, which can be used as a raw material in the production of new glass products, such as 700510 Float glass and surface ground or polished glass, 701000 Glassware, and 701910 Glass fibers and articles thereof. The recycled glass cullet can help reduce the demand for virgin raw materials, such as sand and other minerals, in the glass manufacturing process, contributing to the overall sustainability of the industry.