Ogen Melon
Ogen melons are small, round green-fleshed melons with a distinctive netted rind and sweet, aromatic flavor, typically weighing 1-2 pounds. They fall under HTS 0807.19.60.00 as fresh Ogen melons entered outside the summer peak season (April-July). This classification applies to melons imported fresh for retail or wholesale markets.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered April 1 to July 31
Peak summer season entries for Ogen/Galia melons shift to seasonal statistical suffix with potentially different duty treatment.
If treated for preservation (sulfur dioxide, brine)
Preservation treatments making them unsuitable for immediate consumption move to Chapter 08 fruit/nuts provisionally preserved.
If not specifically Ogen or Galia variety
Generic melons excluding Ogen/Galia and watermelons classified under separate 'other melons' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls outside April 1-July 31 to qualify for 0807.19.60.00; peak season uses 0807.19.50.00
• Provide phytosanitary certificates from origin country confirming fresh condition and pest-free status
• Avoid common pitfall of misclassifying as generic melons (0807.19.30); specify Ogen variety on documentation
Related Products under HTS 0807.19.60.00
Fresh Ogen Melon Bulk Pack
Bulk shipments of fresh Ogen melons packed in ventilated crates for wholesale distribution, each melon averaging 1.5 pounds. HTS 0807.19.60.00 covers these off-season imports unsuitable for peak-season pricing tiers. Primarily used by grocers and food service providers.
Organic Ogen Melon
Certified organic Ogen melons grown without synthetic pesticides, bearing USDA-equivalent organic certification from origin country. Classified HTS 0807.19.60.00 when fresh and entered off-peak. Appeals to health-conscious consumers seeking residue-free produce.
Galia Melon
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.
Premium Galia Melon
High-quality Galia melons selected for uniform size, sweetness, and blemish-free appearance, destined for upscale retail. Falls under HTS 0807.19.60.00 for fresh entry any other time excluding peak season. These command premium pricing due to superior flavor profile.