Latex Dental Examination Gloves from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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