If entered during the period from December 1, in any year, to the following May 31, inclusive
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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 0807.19.70
Fresh Cantaloupe Melons
Fresh cantaloupe melons (Cucumis melo reticulatus) imported during the winter quota period from December 1 to May 31. These muskmelons have netted rind and sweet orange flesh, suitable for fresh consumption. Classified under HTS 0807.19.70 due to seasonal entry restrictions for non-watermelon melons.
Fresh Honeydew Melons
Fresh honeydew melons (Cucumis melo inodorus) with smooth green rind and pale green flesh, entered during December 1 to May 31. These are premium winter-imported melons for fresh market sales. HTS 0807.19.70 applies to other fresh melons during this quota period.
Fresh Crenshaw Melons
Fresh Crenshaw melons (Cucumis melo cantalupensis), large oval muskmelons with salmon flesh, entered Dec 1-May 31. Known for their sweet taste and used in fruit salads. HTS 0807.19.70 covers these seasonal imports of other melons.
Fresh Persian Melons
Fresh Persian melons, small elongated variety similar to cantaloupe, imported during winter quota Dec-May. Prized for intense sweetness in Middle Eastern cuisine. Classified in HTS 0807.19.70 for other fresh melons.
Fresh Casaba Melons
Fresh Casaba melons with yellow rind and white flesh, imported fresh from Dec 1 to May 31. These firm, low-sugar melons are ideal for extended storage. HTS 0807.19.70 for seasonal other melons.
Fresh Santa Claus Melons
Fresh Santa Claus melons (Piel de Sapo), green-skinned with green flesh, entered during winter quota. Named for Christmas-like appearance, popular in Europe. Under HTS 0807.19.70 as other fresh melons.
Fresh Galia Melons
Fresh Galia melons, a hybrid variety with green flesh and netted rind, imported fresh during the December-May quota window. Popular in gourmet markets for their aromatic flavor. Falls under HTS 0807.19.70 as other fresh melons excluding watermelons.