7016 - Paving blocks, slabs, bricks, squares, tiles and other articles of pressed or molded glass, whether or not wired, of a kind used for building or construction purposes; glass cubes and other glass smallwares, whether or not on a backing, for mosaics or similar decorative purposes; leaded glass windows and the like; multicellular or foam glass in blocks, panels, plates, shells or similar forms:

HTS Code 7016 encompasses a range of specialized glass articles designed primarily for building and construction applications. This includes paving blocks, slabs, bricks, squares, and tiles made from pressed or molded glass, which may be wired for structural integrity. The category also extends to glass cubes and smaller glass pieces intended for mosaics or decorative surfacing, as well as leaded glass windows and similar decorative glass structures. Furthermore, it covers multicellular or foam glass in various forms like blocks and panels, recognized for their insulating and lightweight properties in construction.

Unlike other categories within Chapter 70 that focus on general glassware, tableware, or scientific instruments, HTS 7016 is specifically dedicated to glass products that are integrated into the fabric of buildings or used for decorative architectural elements. Its scope is distinct from siblings in other sections of the HTS that might cover building materials made from stone, cement, or ceramics, by clearly defining its coverage as exclusively glass-based construction and decorative articles.

Within HTS 7016, two main subcategories differentiate the types of glass articles based on their intended use and form. Subcategory 7016.10.00.00 specifically addresses glass cubes and other small glass wares used for mosaics and decorative purposes, often presented on backing for ease of application. The broader "Other" category, 7016.90, captures all remaining glass articles that fit the description of HTS 7016 but do not fall under the mosaic or decorative small wares classification, thereby encompassing paving elements, construction slabs, leaded windows, and foam glass products.