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Construction Safety Gloves with PU Coating and Fourchettes from Japan

Protective gloves featuring a high-cotton blend fabric (≥50% cotton/man-made), polyurethane-coated for abrasion resistance, with fourchettes for better fit and flexibility on job sites. Used in construction and general handling. HTS 6216.00.29.30 due to impregnation, fourchettes, and fiber specs.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Comply with ANSI/ISEA safety standards documentation for customs validation

• Provide detailed invoices specifying fourchettes and coating thickness

• Avoid declaring as 'impregnated throughout' if only palms coated, to prevent higher duties