Black Diamond Watermelon from China
Heirloom round watermelon with black rind and deep red flesh, typically 30-50 pounds, fresh off-peak. HTS 0807.11.4090 for other large watermelons. Prized by growers for size and flavor.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Use reinforced palletizing for heavy fruits to prevent transit damage claims
• Include grower's declaration of variety and harvest date for traceability
• Monitor for Fusarium wilt symptoms; reject affected lots pre-shipment