Galia Melon from China
Galia melons feature green skin with a netted pattern and pale green flesh with a honeydew-muskmelon hybrid flavor profile. Classified under HTS 0807.19.60.00 when fresh and entered outside peak season. These are premium dessert melons popular in European and Middle Eastern markets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
26.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'Galia melon' variety and entry date to avoid reclassification
• Ensure cold chain maintenance during transit; temperature logs help prove fresh condition at entry