Galia Melons from China
Fresh Galia melons, a muskmelon variety with green flesh and netted green rind, imported fresh during the December-May off-season period. HTS 0807.19.70.40 covers these as 'other' fresh melons excluding watermelons. Popular in European markets, sourced from Israel or Spain during US winter.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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)
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'Galia type muskmelon' to distinguish from watermelons on customs forms
• Ensure cold chain from farm to port (4-7°C optimal)
• Check for EU/Israel export certifications if transshipping