Vulcanized Rubber Butcher's Bib Apron from China
A heavy-duty bib-style apron made of vulcanized rubber for food processing and meat handling to protect against liquids and stains. Falls under HTS 4015.90.00.50 as other apparel of vulcanized rubber suitable for all purposes including sanitary protection. It qualifies due to its clothing accessory function.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Ensure FDA compliance documentation for food contact if marketed for sanitary use
• Label with exact rubber composition to confirm Chapter 40 applicability over textiles
• Watch for sets with gloves; separate classification may apply to avoid set rules