CLA-2-40:RR:NC:TA:354 D83273
Mr. Paul M. Lichstein
Beijing Trade Exchange, Inc.
701 E Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
RE: The tariff classification of disposable nitrile gloves from
China.
Dear Mr. Lichstein:
In your letter dated October 6, 1998, you requested a tariff
classification ruling.
The provided sample, item number 024820, is an ambidextrous
disposable glove constructed of a blue colored nitrile rubber
which is seamless and has a rolled cuff. You have indicated that
the gloves will be packed in cardboard dispenser boxes which hold
100 pieces. Additionally, you have advised that the gloves will
be used for food handling, personal protection from biohazards,
and general protection from dirt and grease.
The applicable subheading for the gloves will be
4015.19.1010, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for Articles of apparel and clothing
accessories (including gloves), for all purposes, of vulcanized
rubber other than hard rubber: gloves: other: seamless . . .
disposable. The rate of duty will be 3.1 percent ad valorem.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177
of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above
should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time
this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions
regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Brian
Burtnik at 212-466-5880.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Swierupski
Director,
National Commodity
Specialist Division