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Vinyl Medical Examination Gloves

Seamless polyvinyl chloride (PVC) gloves used in medical settings for patient exams and infection control, offering flexibility and tactile sensitivity. Falls under HTS 3926.20.1010 as surgical/medical seamless plastic gloves, with PVC polymer meeting the 95% predominance rule in subheading notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.20.90Higher: 42.5% vs 12.5%

If for non-medical or sports use

Seamless plastic gloves not specified as surgical/medical go to the residual 'Other' subheading.

3920.99.20.00Higher: 41.7% vs 12.5%

If imported as uncut sheets or rolls for glove-making

Unworked plastic film/sheets for further fabrication classify under 3920, not finished apparel articles.

9018.90.75Higher: 37.5% vs 12.5%

If sold as part of complete medical instrument set

Articles for surgical instruments (e.g., pre-assembled kits) may fall under Chapter 90 for medical devices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include FDA clearance docs and seamless verification; powdered vinyl may require additional biocompatibility testing

• Document PVC monomer content >95% per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid 'Other' classification in polymer series

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