Seedless Sugar Baby Watermelon from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain cold chain below 55°F to prevent chilling injury claims; label variety and origin clearly for traceability; avoid bulk binning that could trigger processing classification