Galia Melon from China
Fresh Galia melons, a green-fleshed muskmelon hybrid with aromatic scent, imported fresh during winter months. HTS 0807.19.80.40 covers these as other melons entered anytime outside the specified summer peak. Distinct from watermelons and standard cantaloupes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48%
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
• Provide supplier certificates specifying Galia variety to prevent confusion with honeydew
• Monitor ethylene exposure during shipping to preserve freshness classification
• Declare accurate weights and counts per Customs requirements