Crimson Sweet Winter Watermelon from Japan
Classic oblong watermelon with sweet red flesh and dark green rind, imported fresh during the Dec-Mar quota period. Falls under 0807.11.30 for seasonal fresh watermelons to protect domestic summer production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document harvest and shipping dates to prove winter seasonality; ensure compliance with APHIS import permits; avoid plastic wrapping that could imply preservation treatment