Seedless Sentinel Watermelon from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Require exporter's seed count certification; optimal transit time under 21 days
• Watch for hollow heart defect declarations affecting value