Rubberized Cotton Mechanic Gloves from Germany
Mechanic's gloves cut and sewn from pre-woven cotton impregnated with natural rubber latex (over 50% weight), featuring no fourchettes for dexterity. Designed for automotive repair with enhanced grip on oily surfaces. HTS 6216.00.13.00 applies to these vegetable fiber-based, heavily coated handwear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide supplier specs on coating weight to substantiate >50% plastics/rubber claim
• Avoid mixing with uncoated gloves in shipments to prevent average weight miscalculation
• Comply with REACH-like standards for rubber chemicals if from EU suppliers