Product classification
HS code for Rubberized gloves: 6116.10
Gloves, mittens and mitts, knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber.
Classification of rubberized gloves under HS 6116.10
Rubberized gloves are classified under HS code 611610 as they are knitted or crocheted textile articles that have been impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics or rubber. The classification logic is rooted in the construction of the base material. Under the Harmonized System, articles of apparel that are knitted or crocheted are grouped in Chapter 61. When these knitted gloves are treated with rubber to enhance their protective qualities, they remain within this chapter provided the textile component is not merely for reinforcement. Subheading 611610 specifically addresses the combination of the knitting process and the rubberization treatment. This classification is vital for customs authorities to distinguish between lightweight consumer gloves and heavy-duty industrial safety gloves that utilize a textile liner for comfort and sweat absorption while relying on a rubber coating for chemical or abrasion resistance. The essential character is derived from the knitted textile base.
- Covers
- Nitrile-dipped knitted work gloves
- Latex-coated polyester knit gloves
- Polyurethane-coated nylon gloves
- Crinkle-finish rubber coated safety gloves
- Foam nitrile palm-coated knitted gloves
- Also under 6116.10
- Ansell HyFlex gloves
- Mechanix Wear (some coated models)
- Showa Best gloves
- Wells Lamont work gloves
- Kimberly-Clark Kimtech gloves
Codes often confused with 6116.10
Common mistake. These are often confused with 401519, which covers gloves made entirely of vulcanized rubber without a textile backing. They may also be misclassified under 621600 if the underlying fabric is woven rather than knitted. Additionally, 611692 is sometimes used incorrectly for gloves that are purely knitted cotton without any rubber or plastic coating.
Top exporters and importers of HS 611610 (the code used for rubberized gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611610 (the code used for rubberized gloves) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 611610, not only rubberized gloves.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.8B 46% of world exports
- 2 Sri Lanka $395M 10% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$316M 8.2% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $861M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $327M 9.2% of world imports
- 3 France $194M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $3.5B 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 rubberized gloves
Brazil classifies rubberized gloves under NCM 6116.10.00: HS 6116.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about rubberized gloves
What is the HS code for Rubberized gloves?
The HS code for Rubberized gloves is 611610 (Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). The HS code for knitted or crocheted gloves that are impregnated or coated with rubber or plastic is 611610.
How do I classify Rubberized gloves for customs?
Rubberized gloves is classified under HS code 611610 — Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are disposable nitrile gloves classified here?
No, disposable nitrile gloves without a textile liner are typically classified under 401519 as articles of vulcanized rubber.
Which countries are the top exporters of rubberized gloves (HS 611610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611610 (the code used for rubberized gloves) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.8B, 46% of world exports), Sri Lanka ($395M) and Vietnam (about $316M). 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 rubberized gloves (HS 611610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611610 (the code used for rubberized gloves) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($861M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($327M) and France ($194M). World imports came to about $3.5B, 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 Rubberized gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611610 for Rubberized 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 rubberized gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, rubberized gloves (HS 611610) is classified under NCM 6116.10.00.