Frozen Prunus Africana Bark Strips
Bark strips from African cherry tree frozen to preserve bioactive compounds like beta-sitosterol for later pharmaceutical processing. This product falls under tariff item 1211.60.90 as 'Other' bark of African cherry, as it is not in tea bag form and is intended for pharmaceutical use.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the frozen strips are thawed and packaged in tea bags
Sibling item covers herbal tea in bags for individual servings.
If the strips are processed into a frozen extract
Vegetable extracts fall under heading 13.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain the cold chain during transport to preserve the bark's bioactive compounds and meet CBSA inspection requirements
• Clearly label the product as frozen plant material for pharmaceutical processing
• Verify that the freezing process does not alter the product's classification as a plant part of heading 12.11
Related Products under Tariff item 1211.60.90
African Cherry Bark Extract Base
Coarsely crushed, dried Prunus africana bark sold as base material for alcohol tinctures in traditional African medicine for BPH treatment. This product falls under tariff item 1211.60.90 as 'Other' bark of African cherry, not packaged as herbal tea in individual servings.
Chipped Prunus Africana Bark
Dried bark of Prunus africana chipped into small pieces for easier processing in herbal teas or extracts targeting urinary tract health. This product is classified under tariff item 1211.60.90 as 'Other' bark of African cherry, since it is not pre-packaged for individual tea servings.
Dried Prunus Africana Bark Powder
Finely ground powder derived from the bark of the African cherry tree (Prunus africana), used primarily in herbal medicine for prostate health and as an ingredient in pharmaceutical extracts. This powder is classified under tariff item 1211.60.90 as 'Other' bark of African cherry, not packaged as herbal tea.
Organic Prunus Africana Bark Chunks
Certified organic, air-dried chunks of African cherry bark for use in decoctions and prostate health formulations. This product is classified under tariff item 1211.60.90 as 'Other' bark of African cherry, since it is not packaged as herbal tea in individual servings.