Import duty on glass jars & bottles in the EU
HS code
7010.90
EU codes
17
EU import duty
5%
Glass jars and bottles used to pack or store goods, like mason and candle jars, are 7010.90.
EU CN codes under 7010.90
| EU CN code | Description | Import duty |
|---|---|---|
| 7010 90 10 00 | Preserving jars (sterilising jars) | 5% |
| 7010 90 21 00 | Other › Made from tubing of glass | 5% |
| 7010 90 31 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › 2,5 l or more | 5% |
| 7010 90 41 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of colourless glass, of a nominal capacity of › 1 l or more | 5% |
| 7010 90 43 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of colourless glass, of a nominal capacity of › More than 0,33 l but less than 1 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 45 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of colourless glass, of a nominal capacity of › 0,15 l or more but not more than 0,33 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 47 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of colourless glass, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 0,15 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 51 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of coloured glass, of a nominal capacity of › 1 l or more | 5% |
| 7010 90 53 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of coloured glass, of a nominal capacity of › More than 0,33 l but less than 1 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 55 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of coloured glass, of a nominal capacity of › 0,15 l or more but not more than 0,33 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 57 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Bottles › Of coloured glass, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 0,15 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 61 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Other, of a nominal capacity of › 0,25 l or more | 5% |
| 7010 90 67 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For beverages and foodstuffs › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 0,25 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 71 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For pharmaceutical products, of a nominal capacity › Exceeding 0,055 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 79 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For pharmaceutical products, of a nominal capacity › Not exceeding 0,055 l | 5% |
| 7010 90 91 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For other products › Of colourless glass | 5% |
| 7010 90 99 00 | Other › Other, of a nominal capacity of › Less than 2,5 l › For other products › Of coloured glass | 5% |
Import duty on glass jars & bottles by country
Import into the US
Free – 5.2%
See HTS codes ›
Import into the UK
0%
See commodity codes ›
Import into the EU
5%
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How EU import charges work
The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a EU trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
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Frequently asked questions
Q1What is the EU CN code for glass jars & bottles?
It depends on the product’s details: 17 EU codes sit under HS 7010.90. The table on this page lists each one with its duty.
Q2What is the import duty on glass jars & bottles in the EU?
Between 5%, depending on the exact code. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.
Q3Do I pay VAT on imported glass jars & bottles?
Yes. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
Q4Is the EU code the same as the US HTS code?
Only the first 6 digits (7010.90) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for glass jars & bottles.
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