Seedless Orion Watermelon from Germany
The Orion variety is a seedless watermelon with oblong shape, dark green rind, and bright red flesh, typically weighing 20-25 pounds. It falls under HTS 0807.11.3080 as a seedless watermelon entered between December 1 and March 31, imported fresh from off-season growing regions. This classification applies to watermelons that are not miniature types or specifically reported under other seedless subheadings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within Dec 1 to Mar 31 period using bill of lading; obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming seedless status and freedom from pests
• Inspect for damage during transit as fresh melons are perishable; declare exact variety if required for statistical reporting