If entered during the period from December 1, in any year, to the following May 31, inclusive
Melons (including watermelons) and papayas (papaws), fresh: > Melons (including watermelons): > Other: > Ogen and Galia melons: > If entered during the period from December 1, in any year, to the following May 31, inclusive
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0807.19.50.00
Ogen Melons
Ogen melons are small, green-fleshed melons with a distinctive sweet flavor and aromatic skin, classified under HTS 0807.19.50.00 when entered from December 1 to May 31. This seasonal entry period reflects their off-season import status from Southern Hemisphere producers. They remain fresh and suitable for immediate consumption.
Galia Melons
Galia melons feature green skin and flesh with a honeydew-muskmelon hybrid flavor, imported fresh under HTS 0807.19.50.00 during the December-May window. This code targets off-season imports when domestic supply is low. They are marketed whole for retail consumption.
Israeli Ogen Melons
Premium Ogen melons grown in Israel, known for their crisp texture and high sugar content, enter under HTS 0807.19.50.00 during winter months. This code applies to fresh imports in the specified December-May period. They are typically packed in ventilated cartons for retail.
Spanish Galia Melons
Galia melons from Spain with aromatic green flesh, imported fresh during the off-season under HTS 0807.19.50.00. The December-May entry aligns with Southern Hemisphere/Southern Europe harvest. Sold whole for slicing and eating fresh.
South African Ogen Melons
Ogen melons harvested from South African farms, featuring smooth green rind and sweet flavor, qualify for HTS 0807.19.50.00 winter imports. This code incentivizes off-season supply chain. Fresh condition maintained via refrigerated shipping.
Peruvian Galia-Type Melons
Galia-style melons from Peru with netted green skin, entering fresh under the seasonal HTS 0807.19.50.00 from December to May. These provide winter market supply in Northern markets. Whole melons destined for grocery display.
Organic Ogen Melons
Certified organic Ogen melons grown without synthetic pesticides, imported fresh during Dec-May under HTS 0807.19.50.00. Organic certification per General Statistical Note 6 applies for statistical tracking. Remain fresh for consumer sale.
Chilean Galia Melons
High-quality Galia melons from Chile's central valleys, shipped fresh in the December-May HTS 0807.19.50.00 period. These melons support U.S. winter fruit aisles. Uniform size and ripeness ensured for retail.