PVC-Coated Cotton Handling Gloves from Japan
General-purpose handling gloves cut from machine-woven cotton impregnated with PVC plastisol (over 50% by weight), without fourchettes. Ideal for warehouse and light assembly work. HTS 6216.00.13.00 due to dominant plastics content on vegetable fibers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
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
• Weight certificates mandatory; PVC density often pushes over 50% easily
• Invoice must note 'cut and sewn from pre-woven fabric' precisely
• Avoid retail packaging that mimics Chapter 61 knitted goods