Cotton Dishwashing Mitts from Germany
Absorbent cotton mitts made from pre-existing machine knit fabric, used for dishwashing and kitchen tasks, lacking fourchettes for full-hand coverage. They qualify for HTS 6116.92.64.40 as knitted or crocheted mitts of cotton, other category from pre-knit fabric. Design prioritizes water absorption and heat resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
23.5%
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
• Confirm no rubber backing, as that reclassifies to coated textiles
• Batch test for shrinkage compliance with AATCC standards