HS Code for Gloves

Gloves classified under HS code 6216.00 are specifically those that are not knitted or crocheted. This classification is governed by Chapter 62 of the Harmonized System, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories that are made from woven fabrics or other non-knitted textile materials. The distinction between knitted (Chapter 61) and woven (Chapter 62) is fundamental in textile classification. To fall under 6216.00, the gloves must be constructed from textile fabrics that are woven, felted, or made of nonwovens. This includes a wide variety of functional and decorative gloves, provided they are not made of leather, fur, or rubber, which are classified elsewhere. The classification process involves examining the base material and the method of construction. If the glove is assembled from pieces of woven fabric sewn together, it belongs here. This code covers mittens and mitts as well, which are variations of hand coverings where the fingers are not individually separated. It is important to note that the presence of a coating, such as plastic or rubber, can sometimes complicate classification; however, if the textile fabric provides the essential character and the coating is not a thick layer of cellular plastic, it remains in 6216.00. This heading is frequently used for industrial work gloves made of heavy canvas, as well as formal dress gloves made of woven silk or synthetic fibers.

Products Included

• Woven cotton work gloves
• Synthetic woven ski gloves (non-knitted)
• Woven textile mittens and mitts
• Formal dress gloves made of woven silk
• Felted wool gloves
• Non-woven disposable textile gloves

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification occurs with knitted gloves, which belong under heading 6116. Importers often fail to distinguish between the stitch of a knit and the weave of a fabric. Another frequent error is classifying leather gloves under this code; leather gloves must be classified under 4203.21 (for sports) or 4203.29 (for other uses). Furthermore, gloves made entirely of vulcanized rubber are classified under 4015.11 or 4015.19, depending on whether they are for surgical use.

FAQ

What is the HS code for gloves?

The HS code for woven or non-knitted textile gloves is 6216.00. Knitted gloves are classified under 6116.

How do I classify gloves with a rubber coating?

If the glove is primarily a textile glove with a thin protective rubber coating on the palm, it is usually classified under 6216.00 (woven) or 6116.10 (knitted). However, if the rubber coating is so thick that the textile is merely a support for the rubber, it may move to 4015.