Fresh Honeydew Melons (Winter Season)
Round to oval honeydew melons with smooth, pale green to yellowish rind and light green, sweet flesh. These are fresh honeydew melons entered between December 1 and May 31, falling under HTS 0807.19.70.20 as they are imported during the specified winter period when domestic supply is low.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If entered June 1 to November 30
Honeydew melons imported outside the winter period fall under the summer entry subheading with potentially different duty rates.
If cantaloupes or muskmelons
Similar appearance but different variety; cantaloupe-type melons are classified separately from honeydews.
If preserved in sulfur water or brine
Treatment for provisional preservation during transport moves them from fresh melons to Chapter 81 fruit provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry date falls within December 1 to May 31 to qualify for this HTS code; summer imports shift to other subheadings
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freshness and freedom from pests, as required for fresh melons
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as watermelons or cantaloupes, which have separate codes
Related Products under HTS 0807.19.70.20
Organic Fresh Honeydew Melons
Certified organic honeydew melons grown without synthetic pesticides, featuring pale rind and sweet, juicy flesh. Classified under HTS 0807.19.70.20 for winter-season fresh imports, meeting USDA organic standards per General Statistical Note 6.
Persian Honeydew Melons
Smaller, sweeter variety of honeydew melon with bright green skin and exceptionally crisp flesh, popular in Middle Eastern markets. These fresh imports during the December-May period are specifically classified under HTS 0807.19.70.20 as honeydew-type melons.
Large Commercial Honeydew Melons
Heavy, premium-grade honeydew melons averaging 5-8 lbs, bred for uniform size and long shelf life in grocery distribution. Entered fresh during winter months under HTS 0807.19.70.20 for tariff purposes.
Seedless Honeydew Melons
Triploid hybrid honeydew variety with no viable seeds, offering cleaner eating experience and higher yield. Fresh imports in the specified winter window classify under HTS 0807.19.70.20 as standard honeydews.
Green Flesh Honeydew Melons
Classic honeydew with vibrant green flesh at peak ripeness, smooth light rind, harvested for winter export markets. Fits HTS 0807.19.70.20 precisely as fresh honeydews entered Dec 1-May 31.