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
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
• 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