Honeydew Melons from China
Fresh honeydew melons (Cucumis melo inodorus) with smooth green rind and pale green flesh, entered fresh during December 1 to May 31 period. Falls under HTS 0807.19.70.40 as other fresh melons (not watermelons) in the seasonal 'other' category. Primarily imported from off-season southern hemisphere or greenhouse production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.4%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm botanical classification as Cucumis melo inodorus to avoid watermelon confusion
• Require origin country inspection certificates for pests like melon fly
• Monitor humidity in shipping to prevent mold growth leading to rejection