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HS Code 0807.11 : Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for melons (including watermelons), watermelons is 0807.11. Under the 2026 Sri Lanka (Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 30% [Sri Lanka Customs].

Chapter

Ch 08

Heading

0807

Subheading

0807.11

LK MFN Duty

30%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 08

Melons (including watermelons) and papayas (papaws), fresh

Heading 0807

0807

Melons (including watermelons) and papayas (papaws), fresh

Subheading .11

.11

Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Sri Lanka (Sri Lanka Customs Tariff 2026)

0807.11

Representative General Duty

30%

Verified July 2026 · Sri Lanka Customs

MODULE 5: SRI LANKA IMPORT DUTY & 18% VAT BREAKDOWN

Base Customs Duty

30%

MFN Rate [Sri Lanka Customs]

Import VAT / Tax Rate

18% VAT

Local Tax Rate

De Minimis Threshold

LKR threshold

Customs Exemption Limit

Notice: Sri Lanka customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 18% VAT are governed by Sri Lanka Customs. Always verify declarable lines with Sri Lanka Customs prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: FDA (FOO): Prior Notice (PN) + Produce Safety Rule ComplianceUSDA-APHIS (AP2): Phytosanitary Certificate & Quarantine Inspection

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons

MODULE 11: Sri Lanka Customs Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by Sri Lanka Customs for HS 0807.11.

Query official Customs portal:

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Sri Lanka Declarable Tariff Schedule (0807.11)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Sri Lanka (Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 30%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Sri Lanka Customs).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
0807.19	Subheading under Heading 0807	Compare Subheading 0807.19 →
0807.20	Subheading under Heading 0807	Compare Subheading 0807.20 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Chapter 08 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗

Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons.

CBP CROSS Ruling Database (0807.11) ↗

Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 0807.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons is classified under HS 0807.11 (Heading 0807, Chapter 08). The representative LK MFN general duty rate is 30%.

How is HS 0807.11 distinguished within Heading 0807 (Melons (including watermelons) and papayas (papaws), fresh)?

Heading 0807 covers Melons (including watermelons) and papayas (papaws), fresh. Subheading 0807.11 specifically isolates Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 0807.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 0807.11?

Related subheadings under Heading 0807 include 0807.19, 0807.20. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 0807.11 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons?

Commercial shipments of Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 0807.11?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What FDA Prior Notice requirements apply to commercial imports under HS 0807.11?

Under the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (21 CFR 1.276), FDA Prior Notice must be submitted electronically via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 0807.11 in Sri Lanka?

Commercial imports of Melons (including watermelons), Watermelons under HS 0807.11 into Sri Lanka are subject to 18% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Sri Lanka?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Sri Lanka is LKR threshold. Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Sri Lanka?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and Sri Lanka Customs Advance Ruling System for HS 0807.11 are administered by Sri Lanka Customs.

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