Sourcing woven dress gloves from China
Woven textile dress gloves from China have a 6% base UK duty, with a listed 0% suspension subject to eligibility. Confirm the applicable rate before shipping. Fashion gloves need fibre composition labelling and must be safe for consumers to use. Cambridge China Bridge sources woven textile dress gloves.
Dress glove duty and suspension
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 1 October 2026, heading 6216 covers gloves, mittens and mitts. Woven textile dress gloves use 6216 00 00 00. The supplied tariff record lists 6% duty for goods from China and a 0% autonomous suspension limited to textile gloves that are not knitted or crocheted. It lists no anti-dumping or countervailing duty. Ask your customs broker to confirm suspension eligibility. The table shows product variants sharing the same commodity line.
The tariff attaches CITES, cat and dog fur, and seal-product import controls. Cat and dog fur products are banned from import and export. If a design includes CITES-listed animal trim, confirm the species restrictions and relevant documentation before shipment from China. For seal-derived trim, the UK Trade Tariff attaches a control; ask your customs broker to confirm the applicable restriction and documentation before ordering.
Confirm the fabric construction and complete material specification using our commodity code guide. Satin describes the weave or finish, so also identify the fibre. See the wider woven fabric gloves guide for the broader heading.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woven cotton dress gloves | 6216 00 00 00 | 6% | None |
Specify finger fit, cuff length and satin finish
Specify fibre composition, fabric weight, lining, colour, sheen and cuff length. Agree palm width, finger lengths, thumb position and measurement tolerances for each size. Woven fabric can restrict movement, so approve a sample worn with fingers bent as well as extended. Define seam placement, closure details and how each pair is packed to prevent snagging.
Fashion gloves need a fibre composition label and must be safe for consumers to use. Confirm with HSE which REACH restrictions on azo dyes apply to the skin-contact textile parts. Ask for material and colour evidence matching the finished glove. If you intend to sell the gloves as protective equipment, confirm the applicable PPE requirements with the relevant authority and consult the wider guide; agree the intended use before approving labels.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order: 500 pairs of woven satin dress gloves; FOB value and freight are illustrative under 6216 00 00 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 6% is £408. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £7,208, so it is £1,441.60. Import taxes total £1,849.60; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £408 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fit: measure samples from each size against the approved chart. Check finger proportions, thumb movement, cuff opening and whether the lining pulls when the hand bends.
Seams: check fingertip and thumb-crotch stitching, skipped stitches, loose threads and bulky seam allowances. Gently stress these seams and compare them with the approved sample.
Appearance: compare paired gloves for shade, sheen and fabric direction. Check snagging, puckering, stains and colour transfer under rubbing and perspiration.
Labels and packing: compare fibre labels with the agreed material specification. Check size pairing, lining attachment and packaging that protects the satin surface. Use our quality inspection guide to prepare the inspection brief.
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What goes wrong
A glove can match the overall length yet have short fingers or a misplaced thumb. Satin cut in different directions can make a pair look mismatched. Tight lining, puckered seams and rough internal stitching become obvious when the glove is worn. Keep an approved sample and written measurements for the factory and inspector.
Fabric substitution can change the sheen, fit and labelled fibre composition. Dark fabric can transfer colour to hands or clothing, while decorative stitching can snag the surface. Check production samples against the agreed fabric and colour evidence before accepting the shipment.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification. For own-brand ranges, see sourcing for brands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on woven dress gloves from China?
The supplied tariff record lists 6% base duty and a 0% suspension for eligible non-knitted textile gloves. Confirm eligibility with your customs broker. No anti-dumping or countervailing duty is listed.
Are satin evening gloves always woven?
Check the actual construction with the factory. Do not classify from the word satin alone. Knitted gloves fall under heading 6116; this guide covers woven textile dress gloves.
Do woven dress gloves need fibre labels?
Yes. Fashion gloves need fibre composition labelling. Specify the outer fabric and lining separately, and compare the finished labels with the agreed materials.
What should I check on a dress glove sample?
Check finger lengths, thumb position, palm width, cuff opening and lining movement while wearing it. Compare paired gloves for sheen and shade, then inspect seams and test colour transfer.