Polyester Gardening Mittens from Japan
Lightweight mittens constructed from polyester fabric for gardening and light outdoor tasks, featuring no fourchettes for a seamless finger design. Classified in HTS 6216.00.54 as man-made fiber mittens without fourchettes, part of non-knitted textile gloves.
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%
Import Tips
• Document material composition with supplier certificates to prevent reclassification to cotton blends
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could trigger quota restrictions
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Asian-sourced polyester textiles during customs entry