Cantaloupe Melon from Japan
Fresh cantaloupe melons (Cucumis melo reticulatus), typically weighing 2-5 pounds with netted rind and orange flesh, entered during non-peak seasons. Classified under HTS 0807.19.80.40 as other melons excluding watermelons, not entered April 15-Oct 15. These are fresh melons unsuitable for immediate processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry date falls outside April 15 to October 15 to qualify for this subheading; provide phytosanitary certificates from origin confirming freshness
• Inspect for ripeness at entry to avoid reclassification as unfit
• Label country of origin clearly on shipping documents