Product classification
HS code for Polyester gloves: 6116.93
Gloves, mittens and mitts, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber).
Classification of polyester gloves under HS 6116.93
HS code 6116.93 is designated for gloves, mittens, and mitts that are knitted or crocheted and made from synthetic fibers, such as polyester. The primary factor for this classification is the manufacturing process—knitting—which places the item in Chapter 61. Heading 6116 specifically addresses gloves. The subheading 6116.93 is used for items made of synthetic fibers that have not been impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber. If a polyester glove is purely textile in its external finish, it remains here. The classification process involves identifying the constituent material (polyester/synthetic) and the structural form (knitted). Under the Harmonized System, synthetic fibers include polymers like polyester, which distinguishes this code from those reserved for natural fibers like cotton (6116.92) or wool (6116.91). The technical specifications of the knit do not generally change the heading, provided the fabric is not coated. For customs purposes, the intended use of the glove (e.g., fashion vs. light protection) is less important than the material and construction method. However, if the gloves are designed for specific medical or surgical use, they may be subject to different regulatory requirements, though the HS code remains based on the textile properties unless they are heavily treated.
- Covers
- Knitted polyester winter gloves
- Polyester liner gloves for use under heavier mitts
- Knitted polyester fashion gloves
- Synthetic fiber mittens for children
- Lightweight knitted polyester gloves for sun protection
- Also under 6116.93
- The North Face fleece gloves
- Columbia synthetic gloves
- Under Armour liner gloves
- Decathlon sports gloves
- Isotoner stretch gloves
Codes often confused with 6116.93
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 6116.10, which is for gloves impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber. If a polyester glove has a latex or nitrile palm coating, it must be moved to 6116.10. Another error involves woven gloves, which are classified under 6216.00. Importers often confuse the two if the knit is very fine and appears woven. Finally, gloves made of plastic film rather than textile fibers are classified in Chapter 39 (specifically 3926.20), not under textile headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611693 (the code used for polyester gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611693 (the code used for polyester gloves) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 51% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% 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 611693, not only polyester gloves.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $711M 51% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$124M 8.8% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Indonesia $74M 5.2% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $207M 16% of world imports
- 2 Japan $179M 14% of world imports
- 3 Germany $106M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $1.3B 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 polyester gloves
Brazil classifies polyester gloves under NCM 6116.93.00: HS 6116.93 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polyester gloves
What is the HS code for Polyester gloves?
The HS code for Polyester gloves is 611693 (Gloves, mittens and mitts; of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber)). The HS code for knitted polyester gloves is 6116.93, provided they are not coated with rubber or plastic.
How do I classify Polyester gloves for customs?
Polyester gloves is classified under HS code 611693 — Gloves, mittens and mitts; of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted, (other than impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are touch-screen compatible polyester gloves classified differently?
Generally, no. As long as the primary construction is knitted polyester, they remain under 6116.93, even with small amounts of conductive metallic thread.
Which countries are the top exporters of polyester gloves (HS 611693)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611693 (the code used for polyester gloves) in UN Comtrade data were China ($711M, 51% of world exports), Vietnam (about $124M) and Indonesia ($74M). World exports came to about $1.4B, 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 polyester gloves (HS 611693)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611693 (the code used for polyester gloves) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($207M, 16% of world imports), Japan ($179M) and Germany ($106M). World imports came to about $1.3B, 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 Polyester gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611693 for Polyester 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 polyester gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, polyester gloves (HS 611693) is classified under NCM 6116.93.00.