Organic Miniature Seedless Personal Watermelon from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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