9902.13.71 - Mechanics' work gloves, not knit, of man-made fibers, with fourchettes, the foregoing not containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair (provided for in subheading 6216.00.58)

This HTS classification, specifically 9902.13.71, pertains to mechanics' work gloves. These gloves are characterized by being constructed from man-made fibers and featuring fourchettes (the strips of fabric between the fingers). Crucially, they are not knit and contain less than 36 percent by weight of wool or fine animal hair. This category is designated under temporary legislation and special provisions, indicating it is subject to specific trade policies or modifications.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling HTS codes requires understanding the broad scope of the HTS system. While sibling categories might cover a vast array of different goods, from live animals to raw materials and other finished products, 9902.13.71 is narrowly defined by its material composition and intended use as protective workwear for mechanics. The "99" chapter signifies that these provisions are not part of the permanent tariff structure but are subject to change based on trade agreements or specific legislative actions, unlike many other permanent HTS classifications.

As a leaf node, HTS 9902.13.71 does not have further subcategories. Classification at this level is definitive for the specified type of mechanics' work gloves. The detailed description, including the absence of knitting and the specific percentage threshold for wool content, serves to precisely identify these gloves and differentiate them from other glove classifications that might exist elsewhere in the tariff schedule, particularly those that are knit, made of different primary materials, or designed for different purposes (e.g., fashion, medical, or sporting use).