Nitrile Medical Exam Gloves Powder-Free from China
Powder-free disposable gloves made from synthetic nitrile rubber (NBR), designed for medical examination and procedures to prevent cross-contamination. They are vulcanized rubber articles classified under HTS 4015.12.1010 as medical gloves for medical or surgical purposes, meeting essential character as apparel accessories per Chapter 40 notes excluding textiles or hard rubber.
Duty Rate — China → United States
110%
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
9903.91.08100%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2026, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (i) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA 510(k) clearance and list as Class I medical device; provide sterilization certificates if claimed
• Verify nitrile composition to avoid textile Chapter 61 misclassification
• Watch for powder residue limits per USP <660>