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Seamless Household Cleaning Rubber Mitts from Japan

These mitts, made from seamless vulcanized rubber, are used for dishwashing and cleaning to protect hands from detergents. HTS 4015.19.11 covers seamless rubber apparel accessories for all purposes, fitting household use perfectly. Flocked interiors enhance grip without compromising seamlessness.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify flock as permitted additive; excessive may trigger textile exclusion review

• Retail packaging reinforces apparel status over bulk industrial rubber shapes

• Watch for colorants; only identification pigments allowed per Chapter 40 raw material notes analog