Fresh Pepino Melon from Japan
Fresh pepino melon, or melon pear, is a smooth-skinned fruit with stripes, tasting like a cucumber-melon hybrid, fresh from South America. It is classified under 0810.90.00 as 'other fresh fruit' because it is not a melon of heading 08.07 or other specifically named fruit.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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Import Tips
• Pepino melon is a specialty fruit; ensure it is clearly labeled to avoid confusion with other melons
• Verify that the fruit meets Canadian import standards for fresh produce
• Consider the short shelf life and plan for rapid distribution