Cycling Gloves with Gel Pads from China
Ergonomic cycling gloves knitted from artificial fiber blends, featuring gel palm inserts to reduce vibration and handlebar grip. HTS 6116.99.35.00 applies to these sports-designed gloves of artificial textiles. Knitted nature fits Chapter 61 perfectly.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Declare gel as non-substantial accessory; dominant textile classification prevails
• Provide CAD designs showing sports intent to counter general glove claims
• Monitor quotas for artificial fiber products; seasonal spikes common