Fresh Thai Bitter Melon Pods from China
Thai bitter melon pods (Momordica charantia) are vibrant green, spiky fruits used in spicy curries and stir-fries, shipped fresh or chilled. Specifically classified in HTS 0709.99.90.05 for bitter melon as other fresh vegetables. Known for culinary and medicinal uses in Southeast Asia.
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
• Comply with FDA prior notice for fresh produce; inspect for quarantine pests like fruit flies
• Use ventilated packaging to prevent condensation
• Avoid mislabeling as gourds which could shift chapters