9902.12.58 - Batting gloves of leather, each having a strap designed to wrap around the wrist and back of the hand and secure the glove on the wearer's wrist (provided for in subheading 4203.21.20)
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | No change |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | No change |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification pertains to specialized batting gloves crafted from leather. A key defining feature is the integrated strap system, engineered to encircle both the wrist and the back of the hand. This strap is designed to securely fasten the glove onto the wearer's wrist, ensuring a snug fit during athletic activities. The parenthetical reference to subheading 4203.21.20 indicates that these gloves are a specific subset of leather gloves, falling under broader categories for apparel and accessories made from leather.
While other HTS codes within Chapter 99 may address temporary modifications or restrictions on various imported goods, HTS 9902.12.58 is exclusively dedicated to this particular type of leather batting glove. Its specificity lies in the combination of material (leather), primary function (batting gloves), and a unique structural element (the wrist and back-of-hand strap for secure fastening). This distinguishes it from general leather gloves, other types of athletic gloves, or more broadly defined temporary tariff measures.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories to detail. Classification under 9902.12.58 requires that the imported goods meet all the specified criteria: being leather batting gloves, featuring the described strap mechanism for wrist and hand security. Importers should ensure the product's construction and purpose precisely align with this description to avoid misclassification.