About HS Code 621600
This category encompasses gloves, mittens, and mitts that are not knitted or crocheted, covering a vast array of products from elegant leather dress gloves to robust industrial work gloves. The trade in these goods is highly diverse, reflecting their varied applications in fashion, sports, safety, and household tasks. Exporters range from specialized leather goods manufacturers to large-scale producers of fabric-based utility gloves. Importers include fashion retailers, sporting goods stores, safety equipment suppliers, and general merchandise distributors. Key aspects of trade involve material quality (e.g., leather grade, fabric durability), functional design, and compliance with safety standards for protective gloves. The global supply chain often sees raw materials sourced from one region and manufacturing occurring in another.
Products Under This Code
Leather dress gloves, fabric work gloves, ski mittens (woven), driving gloves, gardening gloves, oven mitts, boxing gloves (outer shell)
Real World Examples
Hestra leather gloves, Mechanix Wear work gloves, Marmot ski mittens, Dents driving gloves, OXO Good Grips oven mitts
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 611610 (knitted or crocheted gloves) due to construction, or specific sports gloves in Chapter 95 if they have protective elements or are designed for specific sports.
Products Classified Under 6216.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China is a dominant exporter, while the USA, Germany, and Japan are significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 621600?
HS code 621600 covers: Gloves, mittens and mitts (not knitted or crocheted). This category encompasses gloves, mittens, and mitts that are not knitted or crocheted, covering a vast array of products from elegant leather dress gloves to robust industrial work gloves. The trade in these goods is highly diverse, reflecting their varied applications in fashion, sports, safety, and household tasks. Exporters range from specialized leather goods manufacturers to large-scale producers of fabric-based utility gloves. Importers include fashion retailers, sporting goods stores, safety equipment suppliers, and general merchandise distributors. Key aspects of trade involve material quality (e.g., leather grade, fabric durability), functional design, and compliance with safety standards for protective gloves. The global supply chain often sees raw materials sourced from one region and manufacturing occurring in another.
What products fall under HS code 621600?
Leather dress gloves, fabric work gloves, ski mittens (woven), driving gloves, gardening gloves, oven mitts, boxing gloves (outer shell)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 621600?
Often confused with 611610 (knitted or crocheted gloves) due to construction, or specific sports gloves in Chapter 95 if they have protective elements or are designed for specific sports.
How is HS code 621600 structured?
HS code 621600 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (62) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.