PVC Work Gloves

Heavy-duty gloves made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic for industrial handling and protection. Classified under HTS 3926.20.40 as plastic gloves not specially designed for industrial safety or sports, falling into 'Other' articles of apparel. They provide basic hand protection without reinforcement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

3926.20.60Higher: 35% vs 16.5%

If specially designed for industrial safety

Protective gloves for hazardous work fall under sports or safety glove subheading, not general apparel.

6116.10.95Higher: 24.5% vs 16.5%

If knitted or crocheted from plastic yarn

Knitted plastic gloves shift to Chapter 61 for textile-like apparel, based on production method.

4015Lower: 14% vs 16.5%

If made from rubber rather than plastic

Rubber gloves, even for similar uses, classify under Chapter 40 for rubber articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify PVC content exceeds 95% by weight per Chapter 39 notes to avoid reclassification as copolymers

Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) and confirm not marketed as safety equipment to stay in 'Other'

Label gloves with country of origin and care instructions to meet U.S. consumer product regulations

Related Products under HTS 3926.20.40

Disposable Plastic Mittens

Thin, single-use mittens molded from polyethylene plastic for food handling or light tasks. HTS 3926.20.40 covers these as non-specialized plastic mitts in the 'Other' category of apparel accessories. They lack insulation or reinforcement for specific protection.

Polyethylene Gardening Mitts

Water-resistant mitts injection-molded from polyethylene for casual gardening and yard work. These fit HTS 3926.20.40 as general plastic mitts, not reinforced for heavy-duty or sports use. Primarily for consumer apparel protection.

Nitrile Foam Mittens

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.

Children's Plastic Mittens

Play mittens made from colorful, flexible polypropylene plastic for kids' outdoor activities. HTS 3926.20.40 includes these as non-specialty plastic mitts for apparel. Sized for children, without safety reinforcements.

Fashion PVC Fingerless Gloves

Stylish, fingerless gloves from patterned PVC sheets for fashion accessories. Fits 3926.20.40 as general plastic gloves, emphasizing apparel over utility. Decorative rather than functional protection.

Anti-Static Plastic Gloves

Gloves from conductive polyethylene plastic to prevent static in electronics handling. 3926.20.40 applies to these non-safety specialized plastic gloves for apparel use. Chemical modification for conductivity keeps them in 'Other'.