Fresh Eastern Cantaloupe from Japan
Classic Eastern variety cantaloupe (smaller, sweeter than Western types) with fine netting and high sugar content. HTS 0807.19.10.00 applies to these fresh imports arriving August 1-September 15, filling market gaps before U.S. Eastern crop maturity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Ensure cold chain maintenance (32-40°F) during transit; temperature logs prevent spoilage claims at entry
• Declare varietal type if requested; Eastern vs Western affects market but not HTS classification
• Watch for misclassification as honeydew (0807.19.30.00) based on smooth skin vs netted rind