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The tariff classification of a work glove from China
Issued July 20, 2018 by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Tariff classification
HTS codes: 6216.00.5820
Headings: 6216
Product description
Style GLV66BK is a work glove with an outer shell palm side constructed of synthetic suede 55% polyurethane, 45% nylon non-woven fabric. The palm side features designs in the form of hexagons made of silicone and some foam padding on the underside of the middle of the palm. The back side of the glove is constructed of 100% polyester knit fabric with a mid-layer of 100% polyurethane foam and an inner layer of 100% polyester knit fabric. The glove features fourchettes, a neoprene cuff sandwiched between polyester knit fabric layers and a hook and loop closure at the wrist. The essential character of the glove is provided by the palm side non-woven fabric.
CBP rationale
The applicable subheading for Style GLV66BK will be 6216.00.5820, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Gloves, mittens and mitts: Other: Of man-made fibers: Other: With fourchettes: Other.
Full text
N298842 July 20, 2018 CLA-2-62:OT:RR:NC:N3:354 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6216.00.5820 Ms. Dora C. Ley Reilly International 4121-C Rose Lake Drive Charlotte, NC 28217 RE: The tariff classification of a work glove from China Dear Ms. Ley: In your letter received July 10, 2018, you requested a tariff classification ruling on behalf of your client, Berne Apparel Company. Style GLV66BK is a work glove with an outer shell palm side constructed of synthetic suede 55% polyurethane, 45% nylon non-woven fabric. The palm side features designs in the form of hexagons made of silicone and some foam padding on the underside of the middle of the palm. The back side of the glove is constructed of 100% polyester knit fabric with a mid-layer of 100% polyurethane foam and an inner layer of 100% polyester knit fabric. The glove features fourchettes, a neoprene cuff sandwiched between polyester knit fabric layers and a hook and loop closure at the wrist. The essential character of the glove is provided by the palm side non-woven fabric. The applicable subheading for Style GLV66BK will be 6216.00.5820, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for Gloves, mittens and mitts: Other: Of man-made fibers: Other: With fourchettes: Other. The rate of duty will be 20.7 cents per kilogram plus 10.4% ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at https://hts.usitc.gov/current. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, please contact National Import Specialist Karen Sikorski at [email protected]. Sincerely, Steven A. Mack Director National Commodity Specialist Division
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