Polyester Blend Mechanics Gloves with PU Coating and Fourchettes from Germany
These mechanics gloves are crocheted from 55% polyester and 45% cotton, with polyurethane (PU) coating on high-wear areas and fourchettes for dexterity. HTS 6116.10.75.30 applies as they are knitted/crocheted, plastic-coated, textile-over-50%, 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
• Document fiber blend via AATCC test methods; importers often underestimate man-made fibers
• Specify 'fourchettes' in commercial invoices to avoid grouping under generic 'other' codes
• PU coating requires VOC emission certs for US entry; watch for CBP holds on misdeclared plastics