PU-Coated Mechanic Mitts from China
Mitts with polyurethane coating over denim textile for auto repair, designed without fourchettes for palm protection. HTS 6216.00.26.00 for other coated non-knitted textile gloves/mitts. Not orthopedic or worn clothing per exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test PU coating durability to substantiate 'covered with plastics' claim against delamination risks
• Separate pairs in packaging to avoid 'set' classification under ensemble notes
• Ensure no metal thread exceeds norms, as Chapter 62 allows but may affect value declarations