Cotton Blend Anti-Vibration Gloves with Polymer Coating and Fourchettes from Germany
Knitted from 60% cotton, these gloves have polymer coating for vibration dampening and fourchettes for comfort during power tool use. They are classified under HTS 6116.10.75.30 for coated, textile-majority knitted gloves with fourchettes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include ANSI/ISEA vibration standards cert for end-use verification without triggering special rules
• Ensure polymer is declared as <50% weight; common pitfall in padded gloves
• Avoid 'industrial safety' claims that could invoke PPE regulations prematurely