PVC Palm Cotton Mechanic Gloves from Japan
Knitted mechanic gloves with cotton-rich fabric (55% cotton blend), fourchettes for dexterity, and PVC coating on palms for oil and abrasion resistance. HTS 6116.10.75.10 applies for knitted, plastic-coated gloves with >50% textiles, under cotton restraints (331).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label garments clearly with fiber content per FTC rules to support HTS 50% textile claim
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete coating descriptions leading to higher duties
• Track bilateral cotton agreements for restraint 331 applicability by country of origin