Nitrile Foam Mittens from Japan
Soft, foamed nitrile rubber-plastic blend mittens for household cleaning tasks. Classified in 3926.20.40 as 'Other' plastic mittens where nitrile polymer predominates per Chapter 39 rules. Not for medical or heavy industrial applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide copolymer analysis showing nitrile units >95% or predominant for accurate heading
• Ensure no chemical modification claims that could push to 'Other' polymer subheadings
• Label for household use only to differentiate from industrial PPE