Ogen Melon from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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