Glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors

HS v2022 Code: 7009

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
70	09	n/a

Code	7009
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	70

Ancestor Codes: Glass and glassware

This Code: Glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors

Child Codes: Glass mirrors; unframed, excluding rear-view mirrors for vehicles; Glass mirrors; framed, excluding rear-view mirrors for vehicles; Glass; rear-view mirrors for vehicles

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Glass of heading no. 7003, 7004 or 7005, bent, edge-worked, engraved, drilled, enamelled or otherwise worked, not framed or fitted with other materials; Safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass; Glass; multiple-walled insulating units of glass; 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; Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for electric lamps and light sources, cathode-ray tubes or the like

About glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors

HS code 7009 covers a wide range of glass mirrors, including both framed and unframed varieties, as well as rear-view mirrors. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing and automotive sectors, providing essential components for a variety of products. Glass mirrors are used in a diverse range of applications, from home decor and personal grooming to commercial and industrial settings, making this a significant and versatile industry within the global economy.

Production process

The production of glass mirrors typically involves several key steps. First, high-quality float glass is cut to the desired size and shape. The glass surface is then coated with a reflective material, often silver or aluminum, to create the mirror effect. Depending on the intended use, the mirror may then be framed or left unframed. For rear-view mirrors, additional processing steps may be required to ensure the appropriate size, shape, and mounting mechanisms.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the glass mirror industry include high-quality float glass, reflective coating materials (such as silver or aluminum), and various framing materials (such as metal, wood, or plastic). Specialized machinery and equipment, such as cutting tools, coating systems, and assembly lines, are also essential for the efficient production of glass mirrors. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the equipment and ensure consistent quality.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the glass mirror industry are the finished products, which can be categorized into several sub-groups based on their intended use. These include 7009 Glass mirrors, whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors, 7013 Glassware of a kind used for table, kitchen, toilet, office, indoor decoration or similar purposes, and 8708 Parts and accessories of motor vehicles. The glass mirrors produced under HS code 7009 are often consumed by industries such as construction, automotive, and home furnishings, among others.

Family tree for glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/70'>70: Glass and glassware</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7009'>7009: Glass mirrors; whether or not framed, including rear-view mirrors</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7001'>7001: 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</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7002'>7002: Glass in balls (other than microspheres of heading no. 7018), rods or tubes, unworked</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7003'>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/v2022/7004'>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/v2022/7005'>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/v2022/7006'>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/v2022/7007'>7007: Safety glass, consisting of toughened (tempered) or laminated glass</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7008'>7008: Glass; multiple-walled insulating units of glass</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7010'>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/v2022/7011'>7011: Glass envelopes (including bulbs and tubes), open and glass parts thereof, without fittings, for electric lamps and light sources, cathode-ray tubes or the like</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7013'>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/v2022/7014'>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/v2022/7015'>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/v2022/7016'>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/v2022/7017'>7017: Laboratory, hygienic or pharmaceutical glassware, whether or not graduated or calibrated</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7018'>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/v2022/7019'>7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics)</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7020'>7020: Glass; articles n.e.c. in chapter 70</a>"]

    B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700910'>700910: Glass; rear-view mirrors for vehicles</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700991'>700991: Glass mirrors; unframed, excluding rear-view mirrors for vehicles</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/700992'>700992: Glass mirrors; framed, excluding rear-view mirrors for vehicles</a>"]


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