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Organic Miniature Seedless Personal Watermelon

Fresh certified organic seedless watermelon of miniature type (2-7 lbs), imported in winter season for retail. HTS 0807.11.3020 applies due to organic status, seedless variety, size per statistical note, and Dec-Mar entry.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9%+20.0%29%
🇲🇽Mexico9%+10.0%19%
🇨🇦Canada9%+10.0%19%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0807.11.40Higher: 37% vs 29%

If non-organic miniature with seeds

Lack of organic certification and seeded variety moves to this parallel statistical number.

0807.20.00.00Lower: 12.9% vs 29%

If actually cantaloupe rather than watermelon

Different melon type shifts to fresh cantaloupes heading.

0810.90Lower: 14.7% vs 29%

If provisionally preserved in brine

Chapter note 0812 applies if treated solely for transport preservation, unsuitable for immediate eating.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use invoices specifying 'miniature type' and weights to support statistical note 2 classification

• Maintain cold chain documentation for freshness during winter imports

• Check for country-specific quotas on seasonal melons to avoid penalties