Construction Rubber-Dipped Safety Cuff Gloves from Japan
Safety gloves for construction with rubber-dipped palms, made from machine-woven cotton fabric pre-coated with rubber, cut and sewn without fourchettes, and featuring gauntlet cuffs. HTS 6216.00.21.10 applies due to cotton base and restraints.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include technical specs confirming no fourchettes and pre-existing fabric impregnation; photos aid customs
• Track cotton restraint 331 visas; bulk shipments may hit quotas quickly
• Avoid reclassification as orthopedic (9021) by documenting non-medical use