Patent Leather Fencing Gloves from Japan
Shiny patent leather fencing gloves with reinforced cuffs for saber and epee sports. HTS 4203.21.80.60 for other leather sports gloves, including patent leather per chapter definition. Grip texture prevents weapon slippage.
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
• Patent leather qualifies per chapter note 1; supply finishing process docs
• Prove fencing-specific via saber grip design
• No chapter 95 mixing with foils to avoid set classification