What is the difference between HS-6 401512 and HS-6 401519?

HS-6 401512 is for gloves used in medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary settings, while HS-6 401519 covers other types of rubber gloves and mittens not intended for surgical use.

Can I use HS-4 4015 for rubber aprons?

Yes, rubber aprons fall under HS-6 401590, which includes articles of apparel and clothing accessories other than gloves, mittens, and mitts.

What should I consider when classifying rubber gloves?

Consider the intended use of the gloves. If they are for medical purposes, use HS-6 401512; for general use, use HS-6 401519.

Are there any specific import requirements for rubber gloves?

Yes, medical gloves may require compliance with health regulations and certifications, depending on your importing country.

What if my rubber product doesn't fit these categories?

If your product doesn't fit the specified HS-6 subheadings, consult with a customs broker for proper classification under HS-4 4015.

HS-4 · Heading

4015 — Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

Chapter 40: Rubber and articles thereof

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4015 when importing or exporting articles of apparel and clothing accessories made from vulcanized rubber, such as rubber gloves used in medical settings. For instance, if you're shipping a batch of surgical gloves, this is the right classification.

When determining the correct HS-6 code, consider the specific use of the rubber item. For example, HS-6 401512 applies to gloves specifically designed for medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary purposes, while HS-6 401519 covers general rubber gloves, mittens, and mitts not intended for surgical use.

If your shipment includes rubber apparel other than gloves, such as rubber aprons or hats, you would classify it under HS-6 401590. This distinction is crucial to avoid misclassification and potential customs issues.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

rubber gloves import · medical gloves HS code · vulcanized rubber apparel · HS-4 4015 classification · surgical gloves HS-6 · rubber mittens export · clothing accessories rubber · HS-6 401590 products · vulcanized rubber gloves · apparel HS code

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Medical gloves for surgeries (HS-6 401512)
Rubber mittens for general use (HS-6 401519)
Rubber aprons used in food service (HS-6 401590)
Veterinary gloves for animal care (HS-6 401512)
Rubber mitts for winter sports (HS-6 401519)
Non-surgical rubber gloves for cleaning (HS-6 401519)
Rubber hats for outdoor activities (HS-6 401590)

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is the HS code for rubber gloves?
How to classify surgical gloves in HS?
Are rubber mittens covered under HS-4 4015?
What products fall under HS-6 401590?
How do I determine the correct HS code for rubber apparel?
What is the difference between HS-6 401512 and 401519?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What is the difference between HS-6 401512 and HS-6 401519?: HS-6 401512 is for gloves used in medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary settings, while HS-6 401519 covers other types of rubber gloves and mittens not intended for surgical use.
Can I use HS-4 4015 for rubber aprons?: Yes, rubber aprons fall under HS-6 401590, which includes articles of apparel and clothing accessories other than gloves, mittens, and mitts.
What should I consider when classifying rubber gloves?: Consider the intended use of the gloves. If they are for medical purposes, use HS-6 401512; for general use, use HS-6 401519.
Are there any specific import requirements for rubber gloves?: Yes, medical gloves may require compliance with health regulations and certifications, depending on your importing country.
What if my rubber product doesn't fit these categories?: If your product doesn't fit the specified HS-6 subheadings, consult with a customs broker for proper classification under HS-4 4015.

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HS code directory Chapter 40

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