HS Code for Wool gloves

The classification of wool gloves under HS code 6116.91 is determined by the manufacturing process and the material composition. According to the Harmonized System's General Rules for Interpretation, products in Chapter 61 must be knitted or crocheted. This specific subheading is reserved for gloves, mittens, and mitts made of wool or fine animal hair. Fine animal hair includes fibers from alpaca, llama, vicuna, camel, yak, or various specialized goats like Angora or Kashmir. A defining characteristic for this code is that the items must not be impregnated, coated, or covered with plastics or rubber. If the gloves feature such treatments, they are redirected to 6116.10. Furthermore, the distinction between knitted (Chapter 61) and woven (Chapter 62) is fundamental; woven wool gloves are classified under 6216.00. The classification also requires that the wool or fine animal hair content predominates by weight over any other textile materials present in the blend, ensuring the product's primary character is derived from these natural fibers.

Products Included

• Knitted wool mittens
• Crocheted cashmere gloves
• Wool-blend knitted winter gloves
• Alpaca fiber knitted mitts
• Fine animal hair crocheted gloves

Common Misclassification

Wool gloves are frequently misclassified under 6216.00, which covers woven gloves rather than knitted ones. Another common error is using 6116.10, which is specifically for gloves impregnated or coated with plastics or rubber, often used for industrial or protective purposes. Additionally, if the gloves are made of synthetic fibers that mimic wool, they must be classified under 6116.93.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wool gloves?

The HS code for knitted or crocheted gloves made of wool or fine animal hair is 6116.91.

Are cashmere gloves classified under this same code?

Yes, because cashmere is defined as a fine animal hair under the HS system, knitted cashmere gloves fall under 6116.91.