Chemotherapy Nitrile Gloves from Japan
Specialized thick nitrile gloves for handling chemotherapy drugs, providing chemical resistance and puncture protection. Classified under HTS 4015.12.10 for their medical/surgical hazardous material handling purpose.
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
• ASTM D6978 testing certification required for chemo penetration resistance claims
• Register as drug contact device; additional biocompatibility testing mandatory
• Avoid industrial chemical glove confusion; specify oncology/pharmacy end-use