0807.19.20.00/Fresh Cantaloupe Melon/China

Fresh Cantaloupe Melon from China

A fresh cantaloupe melon (Cucumis melo reticulatus) entered during non-peak season, typically featuring a rough, netted rind and sweet orange flesh. This HTS code 0807.19.2000 applies to cantaloupes imported outside the summer peak period (July through November), distinguishing them from peak-season entries under 0807.19.1000. They remain fully fresh and suitable for immediate consumption.

Duty Rate — China → United States

47.3%

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)
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Import Tips

• Verify entry date falls outside July-November peak to use 0807.19.2000; provide shipping manifests confirming non-peak timing

• Ensure melons are fresh, undamaged, and accompanied by phytosanitary certificates from origin country to meet USDA import requirements

• Label clearly as 'fresh cantaloupes' and avoid any preservatives to prevent reclassification under Chapter 08 preserved fruits

Fresh Cantaloupe Melon from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0807.19.20.00