Fresh Caribbean Bitter Melon from China
Caribbean bitter melon (Momordica charantia) with smoother skin, used in stews and teas, harvested fresh for ethnic markets. Classified precisely under HTS 0709.99.90.05 as chilled or fresh bitter melon. Thrives in tropical climates like Jamaica.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Check for Caribbean fruit fly risks requiring fumigation; use eco-friendly packaging
• Document varietal purity to prevent generic vegetable reclass