Honeydew Melon Seeds for Oleaginous Use from Japan

Oleaginous seeds from honeydew melons, suitable for crushing into cooking oil or animal feed oil. These fit HTS 1207.70.00 as unbroken or broken melon seeds in Chapter 12 for oil seeds and fruits. Not for sowing or direct edible use.

Duty Rate — Japan → 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

Label shipments clearly as 'melon seeds, not for sowing' to align with HTS criteria and prevent CBP reclassification

Check for quotas or seasonal restrictions on melon seed imports from specific countries like China or Turkey

Maintain records of oil yield tests to substantiate oleaginous classification during audits

Honeydew Melon Seeds for Oleaginous Use from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1207.70.00