PU-Coated Cotton Assembly Line Gloves from Japan
Precision assembly gloves made by cutting and sewing pre-knitted cotton fabric laminated with polyurethane (PU) for tactile sensitivity and cut resistance. HTS 6116.10.17.30 applies to these without fourchettes, vegetable fiber (cotton), from machine-knit fabric covered with plastics, under MMF restraints. Used in electronics manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit technical specs detailing PU lamination on pre-knit cotton to confirm 'preexisting machine knit fabric' requirement
• Classify under 631 restraints; track quota availability via OTEXA for man-made fiber coated imports
• Avoid misdeclaration as non-coated by providing coating thickness and impregnation evidence