Cotton Cleaning Gloves from Japan
Absorbent cotton gloves for household cleaning tasks, designed without fourchettes to fit snugly and allow water absorption. Classified in HTS 6216.00.38.00 as made-up cotton gloves, other than those with fourchettes or knitted, per Chapter 62 scope. They are practical for wet or dry cleaning without specialized features.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Test for flammability compliance if marketed for home use, as US standards apply to textile gloves
• Separate shipments from apparel to avoid ensemble classification under Chapter notes