Certified Organic Seedless Personal Watermelon from Japan
Seedless watermelons marketed as 'personal size' (2-7 pounds), certified organic, imported fresh from December through March. Falls under HTS 0807.11.3040 as 'other' certified organic seedless watermelons during the northern hemisphere off-season period. These are distinct from larger commercial varieties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide organic certification from approved standards (per General Statistical Note 6) and seedless verification documentation
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclared entry dates outside the winter window, which shifts to year-round codes
• Use phytosanitary certificates confirming fresh condition and freedom from quarantine pests