Nylon Fingerless Gloves from Japan
Knitted nylon gloves with exposed fingers for sports or typing warmth. Though glove-like, classified as 'other' garments under HTS 6114.90.90.45 for synthetic textiles subject to cotton restraints, not heading 6116 due to partial hand coverage debate.
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
• Submit photos showing finger exposure to argue 'other garment' vs. glove classification
• Declare precise hand coverage percentage; under 50% strengthens 6114 case
• Prepare for CBP review under 359 quotas; common reclassification risk to 6116