Rubberized Cotton Mechanic Gloves from Japan
Mechanic's gloves constructed from pre-rubberized cotton drill fabric, cut and sewn without fourchettes for oil and grease resistance. Classified under HTS 6216.00.17 due to vegetable fiber (cotton) composition and pre-impregnated woven fabric meeting exact subheading criteria. Provides dexterity for automotive repair.
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
• Supply manufacturing process documentation proving coating occurred on greige woven fabric before garment assembly
• Check for pocket-like features below waist equivalent; though rare in gloves, could trigger other Chapter 62 exclusions
• Test coating durability; insufficient impregnation may reclassify as uncoated under 6216.00.98