PU-Coated Cotton Mechanic Gloves from Germany
Mechanic's gloves sewn from machine-knit cotton fabric pre-covered with polyurethane (PU) for oil and grease resistance. HTS 6116.10.17 applies as 'other' vegetable fiber gloves without fourchettes using pre-plastic coated knit material. Provides tactile feedback for precision automotive work.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain supplier certification that fabric was machine-knit and pre-coated/laminated prior to cutting to prevent misclassification
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete invoices; specify coating type (rubber vs plastics) and fiber percentage explicitly
• Test for average stitches per cm if questioned, as low density might challenge 'knitted' status