Tendersweet Watermelon from Japan
Oblong watermelon variety with tender dark rind and sweet pinkish-red flesh, 20+ pounds fresh import. Under HTS 0807.11.4090 as other watermelons not miniature or organic-spec. Classic market favorite.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Ensure bills of lading specify 'fresh watermelons - not preserved' explicitly
• Calibrate scales for accurate weight declarations avoiding stat note violations
• Prepare for irradiation treatment mandates from certain high-risk origins