Neoprene-Impregnated Polyester Safety Gloves from Japan
Industrial safety gloves sewn from machine-woven polyester impregnated with neoprene rubber throughout for chemical resistance, without fourchettes. For laboratory and manufacturing use. Classifies in HTS 6216.00.21.20 as restrained man-made fiber coated articles.
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
• Test for impregnation depth (not just surface coating) to meet 'impregnated' criterion and provide assay reports
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as 'uncoated'—detailed coating specs prevent duty underpayments or penalties
• Consult USTR for current 631 quota utilization before large shipments to avoid entry refusals