Jumbo Crimson Sweet Watermelon

The Jumbo Crimson Sweet is a large, oblong watermelon variety with vibrant red flesh, black seeds, and green rind with dark stripes, typically weighing 25-40 pounds. It falls under HTS 0807.11.3090 as a fresh watermelon entered during the December 1 to March 31 period, distinguishing it from off-season domestic supply. This classification applies to imported fresh melons unsuitable for immediate local harvest.

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.

0807.11.40Higher: 34.5% vs 26.5%

If entered April 1 to November 30

Watermelons outside the December-March window fall under different seasonal subheadings with potentially higher duties.

0812.90.90.00Higher: 35% vs 26.5%

If treated for preservation like sulfur dioxide gassing

Preservation treatments during transport move it from fresh Chapter 08 to temporarily preserved fruits in heading 0812.

0807.19Higher: 38% vs 26.5%

If classified as cantaloupe or other melon type

Only true watermelons (Citrullus lanatus) use 0807.11; similar-looking muskmelons go to 0807.19.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain phytosanitary certificates from exporting country verifying pest-free status; declare exact entry date to qualify for seasonal tariff; inspect for bruises as damaged fruit may be reclassified as unfit for fresh import

Related Products under HTS 0807.11.30.90

Seedless Sugar Baby Watermelon

Sugar Baby is a compact, round seedless watermelon with sweet, bright red flesh and thin dark green rind, averaging 10-15 pounds. Classified under HTS 0807.11.3090 for fresh watermelons imported December through March, supporting winter market demand. Its fresh, uncut state confirms suitability for immediate consumption.

Personal Mini Watermelon

Personal mini watermelons weigh 2-7 pounds with crisp red flesh and edible seeds, ideal for single servings, often variety like 'Mickylee'. HTS 0807.11.3090 covers these fresh imports during the specified winter period (Dec 1-Mar 31). They meet fresh melon criteria as they're harvested mature but not ripened off-vine.

Yellow Flesh Watermelon

Yellow Flesh watermelons feature sweet golden-yellow interior contrasting green rind, seedless varieties like 'Yellow Doll' weigh 12-20 pounds. Under HTS 0807.11.3090 for fresh winter-season imports, valued for unique flavor profile. Remains fresh and suitable for immediate consumption.

Black Diamond Watermelon

Black Diamond is a heirloom watermelon with dark green rind, deep red flesh, and large black seeds, known for superior sweetness at 20-30 pounds. HTS 0807.11.3090 applies to these fresh imports during December-March for off-season availability. Classified as fresh due to natural maturity at harvest.

Tendersweet Orange Watermelon

Tendersweet Orange offers salmon-orange flesh with few seeds and light green rind, oblong shape weighing 20-25 pounds. Fits HTS 0807.11.3090 as fresh watermelon for winter import period. Its unique color and flavor drive specialty market demand.

Orangeglo Watermelon

Orangeglo is a seedless variety with brilliant orange flesh, dark rind, and exceptional crisp texture at 15-25 pounds. HTS 0807.11.3090 for fresh winter imports ensures tariff treatment for seasonal supply. Remains fully fresh without preservation.