Neoprene Veterinary Exam Gloves from Japan
Synthetic rubber gloves from polychloroprene (neoprene) for veterinarians handling animals during exams. Resistant to chemicals and punctures, these are 'other' gloves for medical/veterinary purposes under HTS 4015.12.90.00. Vulcanized but not hard rubber.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label with veterinary end-use to distinguish from human medical gloves for proper subheading
• Include material safety data sheets confirming synthetic rubber composition per chapter note 1
• Check for AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) ratings of 1.5 or better for pinhole defects