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U.S. imports of fresh melons (including watermelons), papayas (SITC 05791) totaled $196.6M in April 2026, traded with 10 countries.
Importers of Fresh Melons (Including Watermelons), Papayas paid $5.5M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.9% on $55.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fresh Melons (Including Watermelons), Papayas imports of $196.6M in April 2026 ran 58% above the year-to-date monthly average of $124.2M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSeasonality and cold-chain integrity are the primary commercial drivers for fresh melon and papaya imports, with supply peaking during winter and early spring months when domestic US production is limited. USDA APHIS phytosanitary requirements — including inspection for fruit flies and other quarantine pests — govern admissibility, and some origins require approved treatment protocols such as hot-water immersion or cold treatment before entry. Papayas from certain origins may also require APHIS documentation related to genetic modification status. Importers should confirm that country-of-origin phytosanitary certificates specifically address the pest species of concern to avoid port-of-entry delays. Consult a licensed customs broker or APHIS for current admissibility requirements.
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Many melon-producing countries must comply with USDA APHIS-approved treatment schedules targeting fruit flies, particularly Mediterranean fruit fly and Mexican fruit fly. Approved treatments include cold treatment, hot-water immersion, or methyl bromide fumigation depending on the pest species and origin country. Importers should verify that the exporting country's treatment facility is APHIS-approved and that treatment records accompany the shipment.
Yes. Genetically modified (GM) papaya varieties require USDA APHIS regulatory review and must be authorized for import into the US. Importers should confirm whether the papaya variety being sourced is a GM or conventional variety and ensure that any required APHIS permits or notifications are in place before the shipment departs the country of origin.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEXICO | $139.8M | $59K | -$139.8M |
| GUATEMALA | $41.0M | -- | -$41.0M |
| CANADA | -- | $24.8M | +$24.8M |
| HONDURAS | $12.1M | -- | -$12.1M |
| COSTA RICA | $2.6M | -- | -$2.6M |
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