Yellow Flesh Watermelon from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27%
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
Import Tips
• 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