Rubber-Coated Work Gloves with Fourchettes from Germany
Heavy-duty knitted gloves impregnated with rubber on palms and fingers, featuring fourchettes (gussets between fingers) for enhanced flexibility and fit. Classified under HTS 6116.10.95.00 as knitted gloves coated with rubber, with fourchettes, not for sports. The plastic/rubber coating provides grip and protection, distinguishing them from uncoated gloves.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify rubber coating thickness and fourchette construction via lab testing to confirm HTS 6116.10 classification over simpler gloves
• Include detailed material composition (knit base + rubber %) on commercial invoice to avoid reclassification to Chapter 62