0811.90.55.00/Frozen Cantaloupe Chunks/Japan

Frozen Cantaloupe Chunks from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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