Lambskin Leather Fencing Gloves from Japan
Lightweight lambskin leather fencing gloves with reinforced knuckles and gauntlet cuffs for saber, epee, and foil competitions. Classified in HTS 4203.21.80 as other sports-specific leather gloves providing blade protection without restricting wrist movement. Used by competitive fencers for safety and precision.
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
• Certify compliance with international fencing safety standards like FIE to support sports designation
• Declare exact leather type (lambskin vs. cowhide) accurately, as undervaluation leads to audits
• Separate from weapon sets to avoid Chapter 95 reclassification as complete sports equipment