HS Code 4015
Rubber Apparel and Gloves
HS code 4015 covers articles of apparel and clothing accessories, most notably surgical and industrial gloves, made of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber.
HS Code 4015 — Rubber Apparel and Gloves
This code covers clothing and accessories made of vulcanised rubber. It primarily includes protective gloves used in medical, industrial, or household settings, as well as specialised rubber garments like diving suits or aprons.
What's included
- Surgical gloves
- Household rubber gloves
- Industrial protective gloves
- Protective aprons of rubber
- Diving suits (wetsuits) made of rubber
- Rubber mittens
What's excluded
- Plastic gloves → use
392620(Gloves made of polymers of ethylene or PVC are classified under plastics.) - Footwear of rubber → use
6401(Footwear has its own dedicated chapter (64).)
Common examples
- Nitrile medical examination gloves
- Latex surgical gloves
- Neoprene diving suits
- Heavy-duty rubber industrial gauntlets
- Rubberized protective aprons
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between 4015 and 3926 for gloves?
4015 is for vulcanised rubber (like latex or nitrile), while 3926 is for plastic materials like vinyl (PVC).
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0-10%
- Documentation: Medical-grade gloves must meet specific ISO or ASTM standards.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam
- Top importers: United States, Germany, China
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Key takeaway
Rubber gloves represent the majority of trade in this code; distinguish clearly between medical/surgical and industrial types for duty purposes.
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