Glass fibres; glass wool and articles thereof

HS v2022 Code: 701980

About glass fibres; glass wool and articles thereof

HS code 701980 covers a diverse range of glass-based products, including glass fibers, glass wool, and various articles made from these materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the construction, insulation, and composite materials sectors, contributing to the broader economy through its versatile applications and widespread usage.

Production process

The production of glass fibers and glass wool typically involves melting raw materials, such as sand, limestone, and soda ash, at high temperatures. The molten glass is then extruded through small orifices to form continuous filaments or spun into fine fibers. These fibers can be further processed into a range of products, including insulation materials, reinforcement for composites, and textiles.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the 701980 industry include silica sand, limestone, soda ash, and other mineral additives. Specialized equipment, such as glass-melting furnaces, fiber-drawing machines, and weaving or knitting machines, are also essential for the production of glass fibers and glass wool articles.

Production outputs

The outputs of the 701980 industry include a wide variety of glass fiber and glass wool products, such as 700319 Fiberglass mats, 700320 Fiberglass fabrics, 700721 Glass wool and articles thereof, and 681189 Articles of cement, of concrete or of artificial stone, n.e.s.. These materials are commonly used in the construction, automotive, and aerospace industries, as well as in various consumer products.

Revisions to 701980

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 701980. The most recent 1 version of this code (701980) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 701980.

Family tree for glass fibres; glass wool and articles thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/70'>70: Glass and glassware</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/7019'>7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics)</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701980'>701980: Glass fibres; glass wool and articles thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701911'>701911: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), chopped strands, of a length of not more than 50mm</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701912'>701912: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), rovings</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701913'>701913: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), yarns and slivers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701914'>701914: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), mechanically bonded mats</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701915'>701915: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), chemically bonded mats</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701919'>701919: Glass fibres; (including glass wool), threads and mats, other than mechanically or chemically bonded mats</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701961'>701961: Glass fibres; mechanically bonded fabrics and closed woven fabrics of rovings</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701962'>701962: Glass fibres; non-woven mechanically bonded fabrics and closed fabrics of rovings</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701963'>701963: Glass fibres; mechanically bonded fabrics and closed woven fabrics, plain weave, of yarns, not coated or laminated (other than rovings)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701964'>701964: Glass fibres; closed woven fabrics, plain weave, of yarns, coated or laminated, (other than rovings)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701965'>701965: Glass fibres; open woven fabrics of a width not exceeding 30cm</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701966'>701966: Glass fibres; open woven fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701969'>701969: Glass fibres; fabrics n.e.c. in item no. 7019.6</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701971'>701971: Glass fibres; chemically bonded fabrics</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701972'>701972: Glass fibres; chemically bonded fabrics, closed fabrics n.e.c. in heading 7019</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701973'>701973: Glass fibres; chemically bonded fabrics, open fabrics n.e.c. in heading 7019</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/701990'>701990: Glass fibres; n.e.c. in heading no. 7019</a>"]

    

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