If entered during the period from December 1, in any year, to the following March 31, inclusive
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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 0807.11.30
Seedless Winter Watermelon
A large, seedless watermelon variety typically weighing 15-25 pounds, harvested and imported during the winter season from December 1 to March 31. Classified under HTS 0807.11.30 due to the seasonal entry period for fresh watermelons, distinguishing it from summer imports.
Mini Seedless Watermelon
Personal-sized seedless watermelons weighing 2-7 pounds, ideal for single servings, imported fresh during winter months. HTS 0807.11.30 applies specifically to watermelons entered Dec 1-Mar 31, including miniature types as defined in statistical notes.
Crimson Sweet Winter Watermelon
Classic oblong watermelon with sweet red flesh and dark green rind, imported fresh during the Dec-Mar quota period. Falls under 0807.11.30 for seasonal fresh watermelons to protect domestic summer production.
Yellow Flesh Winter Watermelon
Unique watermelon with vibrant yellow flesh and mild honey-like flavor, shipped fresh during winter import window. HTS 0807.11.30 covers all fresh watermelons regardless of flesh color entered Dec 1-Mar 31.
Personal Size Winter Watermelon
Compact watermelons marketed as 'personal' or 'mini' size (2-7 lbs), perfect for individual consumption, imported fresh in winter. Statistical notes confirm miniature types under 0807.11.30 for Dec-Mar entries.
Black Diamond Winter Watermelon
Heirloom variety with dark rind and exceptionally sweet crimson flesh, imported as fresh fruit during winter season. Classified in 0807.11.30 due to specific Dec 1-Mar 31 entry requirement for fresh watermelons.
Sugar Baby Winter Watermelon
Small, round 'icebox' watermelon variety with high sugar content, ideal for winter fresh imports. HTS 0807.11.30 applies to all fresh watermelons entered during the specified winter period.
Orangeflesh Winter Watermelon
Rare variety featuring orange flesh with tropical flavor notes, imported fresh during Dec-Mar window. Meets 0807.11.30 criteria as untreated fresh watermelon for immediate consumption.