Rubberized Cotton Mechanic Gloves from Japan
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 — 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
• 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