Hulled Watermelon Kernels for Oil Pressing from Mexico
Hulled watermelon kernels are the shelled inner seeds of watermelon fruits, rich in fatty oils, fitting HTS 1207.70.00.40 as other melon seeds whether or not broken. They are imported in bulk for industrial oil extraction used in cosmetics and food.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of analysis confirming oil content to support oleaginous classification under Chapter 12
• Avoid contamination with fruit pulp, as that could reclassify under Chapter 8 as edible fruit
• Declare moisture content on invoices; high moisture may trigger additional fumigation requirements