Product classification
HS code for Work gloves: 6116.10
Gloves, mittens and mitts, knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber.
Classification of work gloves under HS 6116.10
Work gloves that are knitted or crocheted and subsequently treated with protective layers are classified under HS code 6116.10. This classification is based on the manufacturing process and the materials used. The base of the glove must be produced via knitting or crocheting, which places it within Chapter 61 of the Harmonized System. Furthermore, the gloves must be impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics or rubber. This treatment provides the necessary grip and protection required for manual labor. According to the Section XI notes and the specific heading notes for 6116, the coating must be visible to the naked eye (otherwise than by a change of color) to qualify for this specific subheading. This code is used globally to identify protective handwear used in logistics, assembly, and general maintenance where a combination of flexibility (from the knit) and protection (from the coating) is required.
- Covers
- Nitrile-coated knitted nylon work gloves
- Latex-dipped polyester safety gloves
- Polyurethane-coated precision assembly gloves
- Rubber-impregnated knitted cotton gloves for grip
- 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. A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 4203.29, which is reserved for gloves made of natural leather or composition leather. Another common error is using HS code 6216.00, which covers gloves that are woven rather than knitted or crocheted. Additionally, if the coating on a knitted glove is not sufficient to be considered "impregnated, coated, or covered" under the legal notes of Chapter 61, it might be classified under 6116.92 (cotton) or 6116.93 (synthetic fibers).
Top exporters and importers of HS 611610 (the code used for work gloves), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 611610 (the code used for work 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 work 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 work gloves
Brazil classifies work 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 work gloves
What is the HS code for Work gloves?
The HS code for Work gloves is 611610 (Gloves, mittens and mitts; knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics or rubber). The HS code for knitted work gloves coated with plastic or rubber is 6116.10.
How do I classify Work gloves for customs?
Work 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 leather work gloves covered under this code?
No, leather work gloves are classified under HS code 4203.29, as they are articles of apparel made of leather rather than knitted textiles.
Which countries are the top exporters of work gloves (HS 611610)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 611610 (the code used for work 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 work gloves (HS 611610)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 611610 (the code used for work 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 Work gloves the same in all countries?
The base HS code 611610 for Work 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 work gloves in Brazil?
In Brazil, work gloves (HS 611610) is classified under NCM 6116.10.00.