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Polyester Cleaning Mitts

Absorbent knitted polyester mitts used for car washing and household cleaning, with textured surfaces for better grip. Subject to HTS 6116.99.95.30 as other man-made fiber knitted gloves/mitts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.8%+12.5%16.3%
🇲🇽Mexico3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇨🇦Canada3.8%+10.0%13.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6307.10.20Higher: 25.3% vs 16.3%

If imported as knitted floor cloths or rags

Heading 6307 covers knitted cleaning cloths not made up as wearable gloves.

5903.90.30Higher: 40.2% vs 16.3%

If textile fabric coated for cleaning, not fully made-up

Coated or laminated textile fabrics precede made-up articles in tariff order.

6117Higher: 27.1% vs 16.3%

If sold in sets with knitted aprons or towels

Chapter notes prioritize 6117 for sets of other made-up knitted articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Classify as 'mitts' if lacking individual finger stalls to fit glove definition precisely

• Avoid bulk import without end-use declaration to prevent industrial rag reclassification