Latex Dental Examination Gloves

Ambidiestrous gloves of natural vulcanized latex rubber used by dentists for patient exams and procedures. They offer tactile sensitivity and elasticity essential for dental work, falling under 'other' medical gloves in HTS 4015.12.90.00. Excludes hard rubber per chapter definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14%+35.0%49%
🇲🇽Mexico14%+10.0%24%
🇨🇦Canada14%+10.0%24%
🇩🇪Germany14%+10.0%24%
🇯🇵Japan14%+10.0%24%

Alternative Classifications

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

4015.12Same rate: 49%

If specifically for veterinary examination rather than human dental use

Separate statistical suffix exists for veterinary-specific medical gloves.

4015.90.00Lower: 39% vs 49%

If sold as non-medical household or cleaning gloves

Purpose shifts classification from medical apparel to other rubber articles.

6216.00.58Lower: 27.9% vs 49%

If textile fabric with rubber coating exceeds rubber's essential character

Chapter notes exclude predominantly textile gloves from Chapter 40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide certificates of natural rubber latex content and low protein levels to meet allergy disclosure rules

Ensure biocompatibility testing documentation (ISO 10993) for customs and FDA review

Avoid bulk packaging without individual labeling to prevent misclassification as industrial gloves

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