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Seamless Nitrile Disposable Gloves from Japan

These seamless gloves are molded from nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) polymer, a synthetic rubber classified under heading 3901 as a polymer of acrylonitrile and butadiene. They are designed for medical and food handling use, featuring a smooth, continuous surface without seams for enhanced comfort and hygiene. Classified under HTS 3926.20.1050 as other seamless plastic gloves not specifically for surgical or surgical-type use.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify polymer composition meets 95% NBR content per subheading notes to avoid reclassification to copolymer 'Other' subheadings

• Include lab test reports certifying seamless construction and non-surgical use; common pitfall is mislabeling as latex

• Ensure FDA compliance for medical/food contact gloves with proper documentation to prevent customs holds