Disposable Nitrile Exam Gloves
Powder-free nitrile gloves designed for medical examination use, made from synthetic rubber polymer classified under heading 3901 (polymers of ethylene). These gloves provide barrier protection against fluids and pathogens, falling under HTS 3926.20.4050 as plastic apparel accessories specifically for gloves not of textile materials.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from natural rubber latex
Latex surgical gloves shift to Chapter 40 rubber articles, not plastics.
If not specifically for hand protection
General plastic articles fall outside apparel glove subheading.
If imported as sterile surgical gloves with applicators
Classified as medical instruments if designed for surgical procedures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify polymer composition meets 95% ethylene monomer requirement per subheading notes for accurate classification
• Include FDA registration and biocompatibility test reports in documentation to avoid medical device misclassification
• Label gloves with material content and size to comply with FTC fiber rules, even for plastics
Related Products under HTS 3926.20.40.50
PVC Industrial Work Gloves
Heavy-duty gloves with PVC coating on cotton backing for handling chemicals and abrasives, where PVC polymer from heading 3904 predominates. Classified under 3926.20.4050 as plastic clothing accessories for hand protection, distinct from fully textile gloves.
Plastic Ski Mittens
Insulated mittens with outer shell of injection-molded plastic from polyethylene polymers (heading 3901), used for winter sports protection. Falls under HTS 3926.20.4050 as non-textile clothing mitts and accessories.
Latex Disposable Cleaning Gloves
Synthetic latex polymer gloves (from heading 3901 series copolymers) for household cleaning, powder-free with textured grip. Classified in 3926.20.4050 as plastic mitts and gloves for apparel use.
Neoprene Fitness Gloves
Neoprene polymer (polychloroprene from heading 3901.50) gloves for weightlifting with wrist supports and grip palms. HTS 3926.20.4050 covers these as plastic sports apparel gloves.
Vinyl Gardening Mitts
Flexible PVC vinyl mitts for gardening, made from polyvinyl chloride polymers (heading 3904.10) with gauntlet cuffs. Classified under 3926.20.4050 as other plastic clothing mitts.
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