Organic Seedless Crimson Sweet Watermelon from China
Crimson Sweet is a popular oblong watermelon variety known for its sweet, crisp red flesh and thin dark green rind with lighter stripes. This certified organic seedless version falls under HTS 0807.11.4040 as fresh, seedless, certified organic watermelon entered outside the July-August period. Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, it weighs typically 15-25 pounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37%
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
• Verify USDA NOP or equivalent organic certification documentation at entry; ensure phytosanitary certificates confirm freedom from pests like anthracnose
• Inspect for proper cold chain maintenance to prevent spoilage claims
• Declare exact varietal if statistical breakout required