Frozen Watermelon Cubes from Germany
Seedless watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) cut into cubes, steamed lightly and frozen plain for smoothies. HTS 0811.90.55.00 covers frozen melons including watermelon, distinct from fresh in 0807.11.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 'miniature type' fresh watermelons (0807.11.3020) by providing freezing process certification
• Use bulk packaging for industrial buyers to avoid retail set classifications
• Monitor for Brix levels to confirm no added sweetening, preventing shift to 0811.90.40.00