Disposable Nitrile Exam Gloves from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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