Vulcanized Rubber Painter's Smock from Japan
A loose-fitting smock made from vulcanized rubber to protect clothing from paint splatters and solvents. Classified under HTS 4015.90.00.50 as other articles of apparel from vulcanized rubber for protective use. It serves as a clothing coverall accessory.
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
• Provide solvent resistance data to validate as protective apparel
• Ensure no textile impregnation exceeding Chapter 40 exclusions
• Invoice as 'smock' not 'cover' to affirm apparel status