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Cotton Food Handling Gloves from Mexico

Breathable cotton gloves for food prep and handling in kitchens, lacking fourchettes for dexterity in chopping tasks. Classified under HTS 6216.00.38.00 as other non-knitted cotton gloves without fourchettes. They meet basic hygiene needs without plastic linings.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

33.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Comply with FDA food contact regs if marketed for direct food handling

• Specify 'not disposable' to avoid Chapter 48 paper product confusion

• Watch for contamination claims leading to re-inspection