Frozen Cantaloupe Chunks from China
Frozen chunks of cantaloupe melon (Cucumis melo reticulatus), uncooked or steamed, with no added sugar, packaged for retail sale. This product falls under HTS 0811.90.55.00 as frozen melons, distinct from fresh melons in 0807 or other frozen fruits.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify melon species identification on invoices to distinguish from other frozen fruits; use botanical names like Cucumis melo
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freezing process eliminates pests, as required for frozen produce
• Avoid misclassification as fresh melons (0807) by documenting temperature logs proving frozen state at import