Seedless Sentinel Watermelon

Sentinel seedless watermelons offer oblong shape, thin rind, and deep red flesh, averaging 24 lbs. This falls under HTS 0807.11.3080 for fresh 'other' seedless during Dec-Mar import window from hemisphere suppliers. Disease-resistant variety.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9%+17.5%26.5%
🇲🇽Mexico9%+10.0%19%
🇨🇦Canada9%+10.0%19%
🇩🇪Germany9%+10.0%19%
🇯🇵Japan9%+10.0%19%

Alternative Classifications

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

0807.20.00.00Lower: 12.9% vs 26.5%

If industrial processing melons

End use for processing vs fresh consumption may shift classification.

0807.11Same rate: 26.5%

If seeded standard summer

Combines seed status with seasonal entry period.

0812.90.10.00Higher: 46.2% vs 26.5%

If sulfur preserved

Provisional preservation treatment changes to Chapter 81.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Require exporter's seed count certification; optimal transit time under 21 days

Watch for hollow heart defect declarations affecting value

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