Seedless Jubilee Watermelon from Japan
Jubilee seedless watermelons are oblong, large (25-40 lbs), with dark rind and deep red flesh known for high sugar content. This HTS 0807.11.3080 applies to such standard seedless fresh watermelons entered in the off-season winter months. Used for slicing sales in supermarkets during domestic shortage periods.
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
• Document growing region and harvest date for seasonal verification; inspect for anthracnose common in imported melons
• Pitfall: overweight containers exceeding reefer limits causing spoilage