Dehulled Watermelon Seeds for Snack Processing from China
Dehulled watermelon seeds are processed only to remove shells, retaining their oil-rich kernels for further snack production, classified under HTS 1207.70.00.40 as raw melon seeds. They are not yet roasted or flavored.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Ensure dehulling is mechanical only; any cooking shifts to prepared food tariffs
• Use ISF filings early for agricultural products to avoid delays at ports
• Test for foreign matter; over 2% impurities may require re-cleaning and reclassification