Honeydew Melon from Japan
Fresh honeydew melons (Cucumis melo inodorus) with smooth green rind and pale green flesh, harvested off-season and entered fresh. Falls under HTS 0807.19.80.40 as other fresh melons excluding watermelons and peak-season casaba types. Intended for retail fresh market consumption.
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
• Confirm melon variety via botanical documentation to distinguish from casaba or Persian types
• Ensure cold chain compliance to maintain freshness status at port
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing intent