Frozen Galia Melon Pieces from Japan
Frozen pieces of Galia melon (Cucumis melo reticulatus var. galia), boiled in water then frozen unsweetened. Classified precisely under HTS 0811.90.55.00 for frozen melons.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document steaming/boiling method to justify 'cooked by steaming or boiling' in heading description
• Avoid clamshell retail packaging that might trigger 'for processing' notes from other fruits
• Check for varietal naming consistency to prevent confusion with tropical fruits