Rubber-Coated Work Gloves from China
Heavy-duty knitted gloves with palms and fingers coated in natural rubber for enhanced grip and protection. Classified under HTS 6116.10.65.00 as knitted or crocheted gloves impregnated or coated with rubber, without fourchettes, and not specifically for sports. The plastic/rubber coating provides water resistance and durability for general industrial use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the extent of rubber coating coverage to confirm it meets 'impregnated, coated' criteria; partial coatings may require lab testing
• Include material composition declaration (e.g
• cotton knit with natural rubber) on invoices to avoid reclassification