Seedless Watermelon from Germany
A large, sweet, seedless variety of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) weighing over 7 pounds, imported fresh during non-peak season. Classified under HTS 0807.11.4090 as 'other' watermelons entered anytime outside designated periods, excluding miniature types. These are standard table watermelons for fresh consumption.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify entry timing against peak season exclusions (e.g
• May 1-Dec 31 for some origins) to confirm 0807.11.4090 applicability
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like melon fly; fumigation may be required for certain origins
• Avoid misclassification as miniature (0807.11.3020/4020) by documenting individual fruit weight over 3.18 kg