Cotton Gardening Mitts with PVC Dots from Japan
Mitts constructed from cotton jersey fabric with PVC dot coating on palms for anti-slip grip during gardening. Falls under HTS 6216.00.24.10 as cotton-dominant (over 50%), plastic-coated, without fourchettes, and under cotton restraints. Lacks full finger separations typical of gloves.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document PVC dot application as 'coated with plastics' not laminated to avoid Chapter 59 disputes
• Check origin for cotton restraint quotas; provide textile visa if from restrained countries
• Label fiber content accurately, including coating, to prevent CBP reclassification