Latex-Dipped Cotton Mechanic Gloves with Fourchettes from Germany
These mechanic gloves use a 55% cotton/45% nylon shell dipped in latex rubber for oil resistance, with fourchettes providing a natural finger contour and breathability. They meet HTS 6216.00.29 criteria for rubber-coated gloves with ≥50% cotton/man-made fibers and fourchettes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document dipping process to prove 'impregnated/coated' status vs. mere printing
• Ensure no metal parts that could shift to Chapter 83 hardware gloves
• Batch test for fiber weight to handle blend variability in production