Rubber-Coated Cotton Work Gloves from Japan
Heavy-duty gloves cut and sewn from machine-woven cotton fabric coated with natural rubber on the palms and fingers for enhanced grip and protection. They lack fourchettes, qualifying them for classification under HTS 6216.00.17.20 as gloves of vegetable fibers (cotton) impregnated or coated with rubber, subject to cotton restraints. Designed for industrial handling tasks where durability against abrasion is essential.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.5%
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
• Verify the cotton content exceeds 50% and obtain textile visa for quota category 331 to avoid delays
• Document the pre-existing woven fabric and rubber coating process; provide lab tests confirming impregnation
• Avoid misclassification by confirming no fourchettes and not marketed as protective gear under Chapter 90