Product classification
HS code for Plastic gloves: 3926.20
Plastics, articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts).
Classification of plastic gloves under HS 3926.20
Plastic gloves are classified under HS code 3926.20, which covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories made of plastics. This classification is determined by the material composition and the intended use of the product as a garment or accessory for the human body. Chapter 39 of the Harmonized System encompasses plastics and articles thereof, and heading 3926 serves as a broad category for plastic items not elsewhere specified. Subheading 3926.20 specifically includes gloves, mittens, and mitts. This code applies to a wide range of plastic gloves, including those used for domestic chores, industrial protection, or general hygiene, provided they are made from plastic polymers like polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene (PE), or vinyl. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the gloves are disposable or reusable, as long as the essential character is provided by the plastic material.
- Covers
- Disposable polyethylene (PE) gloves
- Vinyl (PVC) examination gloves (non-sterile)
- Plastic household cleaning gloves
- Disposable plastic food handling gloves
- Plastic mittens and mitts for apparel
- Plastic protective sleeves (if classified as clothing accessories)
- Also under 3926.20
- Nitrile gloves (e.g., Kimberly-Clark)
- PVC rain ponchos (e.g., Totes)
- Plastic hair clips (e.g., Scunci)
- Plastic safety goggles (e.g., 3M)
- Plastic buttons (e.g., YKK)
Codes often confused with 3926.20
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 4015.11 or 4015.19, which are reserved for gloves made of vulcanized rubber. It is critical to distinguish between synthetic plastic polymers and natural or synthetic rubber. Another frequent error involves HS code 9018.90, where sterile surgical gloves are often classified; however, standard plastic examination gloves that are not specifically for surgical use should remain in 3926.20. Furthermore, if the gloves are made of textile material impregnated or coated with plastic, they may fall under Chapter 61 or 62 depending on the weight and visibility of the plastic coating.
Top exporters and importers of HS 392620 (the code used for plastic gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 392620 (the code used for plastic gloves) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 60% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 392620, not only plastic gloves.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.4B 60% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$226M 5.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $111M 2.8% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $975M 25% of world imports
- 2 Japan $400M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $186M 4.8% of world imports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for plastic gloves
Brazil classifies plastic gloves under NCM 3926.20.00: HS 3926.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about plastic gloves
What is the HS code for Plastic gloves?
The HS code for Plastic gloves is 392620 (Plastics; articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts)). The HS code for plastic gloves, including vinyl and polyethylene types, is 3926.20.
How do I classify Plastic gloves for customs?
Plastic gloves is classified under HS code 392620 — Plastics; articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are nitrile gloves classified under 3926.20?
No, nitrile gloves are typically considered synthetic rubber and are classified under HS code 4015.19 rather than the plastic heading 3926.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic gloves (HS 392620)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 392620 (the code used for plastic gloves) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.4B, 60% of world exports), Vietnam (about $226M) and Germany ($111M). World exports came to about $3.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of plastic gloves (HS 392620)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 392620 (the code used for plastic gloves) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($975M, 25% of world imports), Japan ($400M) and Germany ($186M). World imports came to about $3.9B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Plastic gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 392620 for Plastic gloves is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for plastic gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, plastic gloves (HS 392620) is classified under NCM 3926.20.00.