1207.70.00.40 - Watermelon 🖩

This HTS classification specifically addresses watermelon seeds. Within the broader category of "Other oil seeds and oleaginous fruits, whether or not broken," this subheading narrows the scope to seeds derived from the watermelon fruit. These seeds are typically obtained after the fruit has been processed for its flesh, and they are distinct from the fruit itself, which is classified elsewhere.

At this level, it's important to differentiate watermelon seeds from their sibling categories. "Cantaloupe" (1207.70.00.20) refers to cantaloupe seeds, which originate from a different type of melon and possess distinct physical characteristics. The "Other" (1207.70.00.75) subheading serves as a residual category for melon seeds not otherwise specified, making the specific inclusion of watermelon seeds crucial for accurate classification.

As a leaf node, 1207.70.00.40 does not have further subcategories. This means that all watermelon seeds, regardless of their specific variety or whether they are whole or broken, fall directly under this HTS code, provided they meet the general criteria for oil seeds and oleaginous fruits. Classification will primarily rely on the botanical identification of the seeds as originating from the *Citrullus lanatus* species.