Fresh Cantaloupe Melons from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls within December 1 to May 31 to qualify for this tariff rate; off-season entries 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, which have separate statistical breaks