6216.00.54.10/Wool-Blend Leather Work Gloves/Japan

Wool-Blend Leather Work Gloves from Japan

These heavy-duty work gloves feature an outer shell made primarily of man-made fibers blended with 36% or more wool for warmth and durability, without fourchettes between the fingers. Classified under HTS 6216.00.54.10 as gloves of man-made fibers containing 36% or more wool or fine animal hair, not knitted or crocheted. The wool content provides insulation while man-made fibers ensure the primary classification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% wool or fine animal hair, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification

• Include detailed invoices specifying man-made fiber base, wool percentage, and absence of fourchettes for CBP review

• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as knitted; ensure documentation proves woven construction