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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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