Cotton-Polyester Work Gloves with Fourchettes from China

These industrial work gloves feature fourchettes between the fingers for enhanced flexibility and are made with 60% cotton and 40% polyester, coated with nitrile rubber on the palms for grip and protection. They fall under HTS 6216.00.29.25 due to the plastic coating, fourchettes, and high cotton/man-made fiber content exceeding 50%, subject to man-made fiber restraints. Designed for mechanical tasks, they provide durability without being knitted.

Duty Rate — China → United States

30.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm 50%+ cotton/man-made fibers and document for customs to avoid reclassification

Include coating specifications in invoices; ensure rubber/plastics coverage is clearly stated to qualify under subheading

Check man-made fiber restraints (631) quota availability before shipping to prevent entry refusal