Cantaloupe Melon from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
38%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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