Vulcanized Rubber Work Gloves from China
Heavy-duty gloves made entirely from vulcanized rubber, designed for industrial handling of chemicals and oils. They provide full hand protection without any textile components, classifying under HTS 4015.19.51.00 as apparel gloves of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. Excludes any knitted or fabric reinforcements per chapter exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
51.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify 100% vulcanized rubber composition via lab testing to avoid reclassification to textile chapters
• Include detailed material certifications and end-use declarations to prevent scrutiny at customs