Rayon Formal Mittens with Fourchettes from Japan
Semi-formal mittens knitted from rayon artificial yarn, incorporating fourchettes for better finger separation despite the mitten style. Classified in HTS 6116.99.54.00 as knitted mittens of artificial fibers featuring fourchettes, per chapter notes for made-up knitted articles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'knitted' and note fourchettes explicitly to prevent confusion with woven or seamless types
• Prepare for fiber blend scrutiny; artificial must predominate to avoid synthetic or cotton shifts
• Avoid bulk packaging without retail intent, as it may trigger parts classification reviews