Fresh Persian Melons from China
Fresh Persian melons, small elongated variety similar to cantaloupe, imported during winter quota Dec-May. Prized for intense sweetness in Middle Eastern cuisine. Classified in HTS 0807.19.70 for other fresh melons.
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
• Use precise variety naming on manifests to avoid disputes with customs
• Monitor tariff rate quotas (TRQs) which may apply to certain melon origins
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing intent