Glass; unworked, in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018)

HS v2022 Code: 700210

About glass; unworked, in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018)

HS code 700210 covers the import and export of unworked glass in the form of balls, excluding microspheres. This industry is a crucial component of the broader glass manufacturing sector, which plays a significant role in various industries, including construction, automotive, and consumer goods. The production and trade of these glass balls are essential for meeting the global demand for raw materials used in a wide range of glass-based products.

Production process

The production of unworked glass balls under HS code 700210 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as silica sand, soda ash, and other mineral additives, are carefully measured and mixed. The mixture is then melted in a high-temperature furnace, where it is formed into the desired spherical shape. The molten glass is then allowed to cool and solidify, resulting in the unworked glass balls that are ready for further processing or use in various applications.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of unworked glass balls under HS code 700210 include high-quality silica sand, soda ash, and other mineral additives such as limestone, alumina, and cullet (recycled glass). Additionally, specialized equipment, such as glass melting furnaces, forming mechanisms, and annealing ovens, are essential for the manufacturing process. Energy sources, such as natural gas or electricity, are also crucial inputs for the high-temperature melting and forming stages.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 700210 is unworked glass balls, which can be used as raw materials in the production of a wide range of glass-based products. These glass balls may be further processed or incorporated into the manufacturing of 700231 Glass; glass in balls, other than microspheres of heading no. 7018, unworked, 700232 Glass; glass in balls, other than microspheres of heading no. 7018, worked, or other glass products classified under different HS codes, depending on the specific application and end-use requirements.

Revisions to 700210

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 700210. The most recent 1 version of this code (700210) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 700210.

Family tree for glass; unworked, in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/70'>70: Glass and glassware</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7002'>7002: Glass in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018), rods or tubes, unworked</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700210'>700210: Glass; unworked, in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700220'>700220: Glass; unworked, in rods</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700231'>700231: Glass; unworked, in tubes, of fused quartz or other fused silica</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700232'>700232: Glass; unworked, tubes, of glass having a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10 (to the minus 6), (or 0.000005) per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0-300 degrees C</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700239'>700239: Glass; unworked, in tubes, other than of glass having a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10 (to the minus 6, (or 0.000005) ) per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0-300 degrees C, not fused quartz or other fused silica</a>"]

    

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