Heavy-Duty Rubber-Coated Work Gloves from Japan

These gloves are cut and sewn from pre-existing machine knit fabric that is coated with rubber, comprising over 50% rubber by weight for superior grip and protection. They lack fourchettes and are designed for industrial handling tasks. Classified under HTS 6116.10.44.00 due to the high plastics/rubber content and specific construction method.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

19.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify rubber/plastics content exceeds 50% by weight via lab testing to confirm classification

Provide detailed fabric composition and coating specs in documentation to avoid reclassification

Ensure no fourchettes are present; common pitfall is misdescribing construction leading to audits