Carboxylated Nitrile Medical Gloves from Japan
Specialized carboxylated NBR gloves enhanced for medical durability and fit. Synthetic vulcanized rubber qualifies under HTS 4015.12.1010 for medical glove apparel, meeting Chapter 40 synthetic rubber definitions.
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
• Validate synthetic rubber via FTIR spectroscopy if challenged
• Ensure no hard rubber additives per exclusions
• Bulk import tip: avoid 'parts' declaration