Fresh Galia Melons from China
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.
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
• Include commercial invoice specifying melon variety and confirming 'fresh' status (no preservation)
• Ensure containers maintain cold chain to preserve freshness and avoid reclassification