Moon and Stars Watermelon from China
Heirloom variety with distinctive yellow spots on dark green rind resembling starry sky, and sweet red flesh. Fresh imports under HTS 0807.11.40 when entered any other time than July-August. Sought after by organic and heirloom specialists.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.5%
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
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
• Certify organic status per General Statistical Note 6 for premium pricing opportunities
• Photograph distinctive rind pattern for variety verification if questioned
• Hand-harvest documentation helps prove gentle handling for heirloom quality