Fresh Melons (Except Watermelons) and Papayas

Guatemala leads US imports under this heading, which spans cantaloupes, honeydew, Ogen and Galia varieties, and other non-watermelon melons — each with tariff lines keyed to specific entry-date windows that reflect the US domestic growing calendar. Cantaloupes are split between a year-round line (0807191500) and a September 16–July 31 seasonal line (0807192000), while honeydew and other melons are further divided between December 1–May 31 and June 1–November 30 entry periods. Papayas were reclassified to their own HS6 heading (080720) in recent schedule revisions, so importers should confirm the correct heading before filing. FDA prior notice and USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements apply at entry; consult a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency for current admissibility procedures.