Sourcing disposable coveralls from China
Disposable nonwoven coveralls from China carry 12% UK duty under the other nonwoven garments line, with no suspension listed for that code. Coveralls intended to protect the wearer need the applicable personal protective equipment conformity assessment before sale in Great Britain. Cambridge China Bridge sources disposable nonwoven coveralls.
12% duty on other nonwoven garments
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 4 October 2026, heading 6210 covers garments made from felt, nonwovens and specified coated or treated fabrics. The other nonwoven garments line, 6210 10 98 00, carries 12% duty on goods from China. The supplied tariff facts list no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspension or import controls for that line.
The table includes neighbouring lines for classification comparison, rather than treating surgical gowns or coated woven garments as nonwoven coveralls. The surgical-gown line and the other men's and women's garment lines carry a 12% base duty, with conditional 0.00 % suspensions for specified surgical or medical protective garments. Those suspensions are not listed against 6210 10 98 00.
Confirm the commodity code against a sample, its fabric construction and intended use before ordering. A medical description alone does not establish eligibility for a suspension. For the wider clothing context, see branded and embroidered workwear.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other nonwoven garments, including disposable coveralls | 6210 10 98 00 | 12% | None |
| Single-use surgical gowns, for comparison with coveralls | 6210 10 92 00 | 12% | None |
| Other men's or boys' garments, for coated woven alternatives | 6210 40 00 00 | 12% | None |
| Other women's or girls' garments, for coated woven alternatives | 6210 50 00 00 | 12% | None |
Specify the barrier, seams and fit
State whether the coverall is intended to protect the wearer or simply keep ordinary dirt off clothing. Define the intended exposure and ask the supplier to identify the protection its exact model supports. For protective equipment sold in Great Britain, conformity assessment must follow the applicable risk category. Most new protective equipment needs CE or UKCA marking, a declaration of conformity and instructions in English.
Specify the fibre composition, nonwoven construction, fabric weight, any film laminate, seam method, zip and flap, hood shape, wrist and ankle elastic, size chart and packing arrangement. Agree a sample that can be worn over work clothes while bending and reaching. Match supporting test reports to the proposed fabric and seam construction through testing and certification.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: 1,000 disposable nonwoven coveralls; illustrative order, FOB value and freight under 6210 10 98 00, invoiced at £6,000 free on board, with £800 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £6,800. Duty at 12% is £816. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,616, so it is £1,523.20. Import taxes total £2,339.20; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £816 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fabric: compare the construction and weight with the approved sample; inspect for thin patches, pinholes and separated laminate.
Seams and closure: check the crotch, underarms, zip attachment and flap; stretch and bend a sample to expose seam opening or tearing.
Fit: measure each supplied size against the agreed chart and check hood movement, sleeve reach and elastic recovery over work clothes.
Documents and packing: match the protective model to its declaration and marking, check English instructions, and inspect individual packs for damage or contamination. Arrange quality inspection against the approved sample.
What goes wrong
A sample can look acceptable while production uses lighter fabric, a different laminate or weaker seams. Tight crotches and short sleeves become apparent when wearers bend or reach. Loose elastic and poorly attached zip flaps leave gaps, while compressed packing can damage closures.
Generic protection claims and reports for a different garment leave the buyer without a clear basis for accepting the supplied model. Agree the exact construction and claimed use before comparing quotations. Do not assume that a surgical-gown suspension also covers a disposable nonwoven coverall.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on disposable nonwoven coveralls from China?
The supplied tariff facts show 12% for 6210 10 98 00, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty and no suspension listed for that line.
Do disposable coveralls need CE or UKCA marking?
For coveralls supplied as personal protective equipment in Great Britain, most new products need CE or UKCA marking, a declaration of conformity and English instructions.
Are medical disposable coveralls duty-free?
Do not assume so. The supplied facts list no suspension for 6210 10 98 00. Conditional medical suspensions on neighbouring lines require a different classification and qualifying goods.
What should I check on a coverall sample?
Check the fabric and laminate, crotch and underarm seams, zip flap, hood fit and elastic. Wear it over work clothes while bending and reaching, and match protective documents to the exact model.