Organic Seedless Royal Star Watermelon from China
Royal Star produces large, oval seedless melons with deep red flesh and high sugar levels, excellent shipper. Certified organic status qualifies for HTS 0807.11.4040 when entered outside July-August period as fresh seedless watermelon. Typically 25-35 pounds each.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.5%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Ensure APHIS preclearance for origin country; maintain 32-41°F core temperature throughout supply chain
• Separate organic from conventional cargo to avoid cross-contamination claims