Rubber-Impregnated Fishing Gloves from Japan
Gloves for fishing, made from machine knit fabric impregnated with rubber over 50% by weight for waterproofing and grip on wet surfaces. Cut and sewn without fourchettes for flexibility. Classified in HTS 6116.10.44.00 for specific high-rubber knitted construction.
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
• Include test reports proving impregnation throughout fabric, not just surface
• Classify as individual items; sets with tackle risk reclassification as ensembles
• Watch for seasonal duties; ensure eco-compliance for rubber sourcing