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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China17%+17.5%34.5%
🇲🇽Mexico17%+10.0%27%
🇨🇦Canada17%+10.0%27%
🇩🇪Germany17%+10.0%27%
🇯🇵Japan17%+10.0%27%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0807.11.30Lower: 26.5% vs 34.5%

If seedless miniature entered July-August

Miniature seedless watermelons during peak season use specific statistical suffixes.

0810.90Lower: 12.2% vs 34.5%

If simply frozen, not otherwise preserved

Other frozen fruit (not cherries) falls under heading 0810 when not qualifying elsewhere.

0804.50.40Lower: 25% vs 34.5%

If actually fresh guavas misidentified

Similar-sized tropical fruits like guavas have dedicated Chapter 08 headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label shipments clearly with variety name to prevent confusion with standard red-flesh types

• Obtain APHIS import permit for fresh melons from most origins to meet quarantine requirements

• Watch for overripe fruit at border inspection which could trigger reclassification as waste

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Personal Size Sugar Baby Watermelon

A small, round icebox watermelon weighing 10-15 pounds with sweet dark red flesh and thin green rind. Falls under HTS 0807.11.40 for fresh watermelons imported any other time besides peak summer months. Ideal for single-person consumption or small households.

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.