Seedless Crimson Sweet Watermelon
A large, oblong watermelon variety with bright red flesh, green rind with dark stripes, and no black seeds, typically weighing 20-25 pounds. Classified under HTS 0807.11.40 as fresh watermelons entered outside the July-August period. These are harvested and imported during off-season months for year-round market availability.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17% | +17.5% | 34.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17% | +10.0% | 27% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 17% | +10.0% | 27% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17% | +10.0% | 27% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17% | +10.0% | 27% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered July-August
Summer imports of miniature seedless watermelons (2-7 lbs) use seasonal statistical breakout.
If actually cantaloupe or honeydew
Different melon types like muskmelons have separate headings regardless of entry timing.
If preserved in brine or sulfur solution
Heading 0812 covers fruit provisionally preserved for transport, unsuitable for immediate consumption.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date is outside July-August to qualify for 0807.11.40; summer imports fall under lower-duty codes
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin confirming pest-free status and fresh condition
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as miniature (under 7 lbs) which uses separate statistical suffixes
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Personal Size Sugar Baby Watermelon
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Yellow Flesh Golden Honey Watermelon
An oblong watermelon with golden-yellow rind and vibrant yellow flesh that's exceptionally sweet. HTS 0807.11.40 covers this fresh watermelon variety when entered outside the July-August window. Popular for its unique color and flavor profile in off-season markets.
Black Diamond Yellow Belly Watermelon
A heirloom watermelon with dark green rind, yellow belly spot, and deep red crisp flesh, typically 30-50 pounds. Classified in HTS 0807.11.40 for off-season fresh imports. Known for superior flavor and texture prized by gourmet markets.
Mini Seedless Tendersweet Watermelon
Compact watermelon variety weighing 4-6 pounds with sweet pinkish-red flesh and thin light green rind. HTS 0807.11.40 applies to these fresh miniatures entered at any time except peak summer. Perfect for individual serving or gift packs.
Orangeglo Watermelon
Unique variety featuring bright orange flesh with high sugar content and light green rind. Fresh imports outside July-August fall under HTS 0807.11.40 as watermelons. Specialty item for upscale retailers and farmers markets.
Klondike Blue Ribbon Striped Watermelon
Large watermelon with dark green rind featuring blue-black stripes and sweet bright red flesh. HTS 0807.11.40 classification for fresh entry during non-summer periods. Award-winning variety popular for its beauty and taste.