Latex Disposable Medical Gloves from Japan
Seamless, ambidextrous gloves made from natural vulcanized latex rubber for one-time use in healthcare settings to prevent cross-contamination. Falls under HTS 4015.19.11.10 as disposable, seamless apparel gloves of vulcanized rubber, not hard rubber, and not covered by excluded chapters like textiles or footwear.
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
• Provide latex allergy warnings and protein content test results (<50 µg/dm²) to meet import safety standards
• Ensure documentation specifies 'powder-free' and seamless construction to confirm disposable classification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests reusability, which could lead to reclassification