HS Code for Coated Work Gloves
The HS Code for coated work gloves is 611610. The MFN duty rate for importing to the US is 13.2%.
| HS Code (6-digit) | 611610 |
|---|---|
| US Duty Rate (MFN) | 13.2% |
| EU Duty Rate (MFN) | 8.9% |
| Chapter | 61 |
| Heading | 6116 |
| Last Updated | 2026-05 |
Description
Gloves, mittens and mitts, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber, knitted
Gloves, mittens and mitts that are knitted and impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber are classified here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the specific plastic or rubber coating on work gloves affect their classification under HTS 6116.10?
The classification is dependent on the coating being a continuous, non-porous film that obscures the underlying knitted fabric. A simple dot-grip pattern or light flocking may not meet this requirement, potentially shifting the classification to a different chapter based on material predominance. The essential character of gloves in 6116.10 is imparted by the plastic/rubber coating, not the knitted base.
Why are coated work gloves under HTS 611610 frequently selected for customs inspection?
Gloves in this classification are high-risk for undervaluation and misdeclaration of the plastics/rubber coating material, which determines the duty rate. Customs often inspects shipments to verify the coating's composition and thickness to ensure they are correctly classified as 'coated' and not as a more general textile glove. Additionally, some coated gloves may be subject to antidumping/countervailing duties, prompting closer scrutiny.
What additional U.S. import duties or fees apply to coated work gloves under HTS 611610?
In addition to the 2.7% general duty rate, imports of coated work gloves under HTS 611610 are subject to the Section 301 tariff of 7.5% from China (List 4A). You must also pay the standard Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) of 0.3464% of the entered value (minimum $29.22, maximum $648.66 per shipment).
Coated Work Glove Material Variants
The classification under 611610 is primarily for gloves with a seamless knit base, coated with plastics or rubber for non-medical use. If the coating is textile-based (e.g., a thin foam or flocking), the gloves may instead be classified in heading 6116.95 or 6116.93. Gloves with a full leather or composition leather palm coating are generally excluded from Chapter 61 and fall under heading 4203.29. The essential distinction is that the base fabric must be knit and the coating cannot form a separate, distinct layer like a leather patch. Always verify the primary material constituting the coating and palm reinforcement.
Alternative Classifications for Similar Work Gloves
The classification of coated work gloves can shift based on the material of the glove body and the composition of the coating. Knitted gloves with a plastic coating, like nitrile or PVC, are correctly classified under 6116.10. However, if the glove body is made of woven fabric (e.g., cotton or polyester), it is classified in Chapter 62, such as 6216.00.3810 for plastic-coated woven gloves. Furthermore, gloves designed for specific sports or unsupported rubber/plastic gloves (without a textile substrate) fall under different chapters entirely, such as 3926.20 for unsupported plastic gloves or 4015.19 for unsupported rubber gloves.
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