Yellow Flesh Watermelon
Unique watermelon with yellow/orange flesh and thin rind, weighing 15+ pounds, fresh import outside peak periods. Classified HTS 0807.11.4090 as other watermelons not meeting organic/mini specs. Increasingly popular for exotic appeal in markets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If organic and miniature size
Dedicated stat number for organic minis separates from standard large organics.
If processed into juice
Watermelon juice is fruit juice under Chapter 20, not fresh fruit.
If papaya (papaw) instead of watermelon
Same chapter but separate subheading for papayas based on species.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include varietal certificates from origin to support 'other watermelon' declaration
• Monitor ethylene exposure in transit; segregate from other fruits to maintain freshness
• Prepare for CBP sampling; ensure no chemical residues exceeding FDA tolerances
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Seedless Watermelon
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.
Crimson Sweet Watermelon
Popular oblong watermelon variety with bright red flesh, typically 20-25 pounds, imported fresh outside peak entry periods. Falls under HTS 0807.11.4090 as non-miniature, non-organic 'other' watermelons. Ideal for slicing and fresh market sales.
Sugar Baby Watermelon
Smaller icebox-style watermelon variety, but exceeding 7 pounds per fruit, imported fresh at any time outside miniature criteria. HTS 0807.11.4090 covers this as 'other' non-mini, non-organic watermelons. Known for high sugar content and personal-sized but over weight limit.
Jubilee Watermelon
Heirloom oblong watermelon with dark green rind and red flesh, typically 25-30 pounds, fresh non-peak import. HTS 0807.11.4090 for other watermelons excluding miniature/organic breaks. Valued for flavor in fresh produce sections.
Orangeglo Watermelon
Hybrid watermelon with orange flesh and black rind spots, over 7 pounds, imported fresh anytime as 'other'. HTS 0807.11.4090 applies to non-specialty watermelons. Offers sweet, firm texture for retail.
Tendersweet Watermelon
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.