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. HTS 1211.60.00.00 specifically names this bark for pharmacy uses, powdered or crushed.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If similar bark like cinchona but not specifically named
Specific subheading 1211.60 for Prunus africana; others in 1211.90.
If bark powdered and tableted as herbal dietary supplement
Finished herbal medicaments in chapter 30 exclude raw materials.
If fuel wood grade bark, not pharmaceutical quality
Wood fuel in chapter 44 if primary use is not perfumery/pharmacy.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source from certified sustainable forests; EU and US reject non-compliant shipments
• Declare 'not for direct consumption' to avoid food/drug classification pitfalls
• Batch test for heavy metals; African sourcing often flags contamination issues
Related Products under HTS 1211.60.00.00
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. Classified under HTS 1211.60.00.00 as it falls within heading 1211 for plant parts used in pharmacy, dried and powdered. Excludes processed medicaments of chapter 30.
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. HTS 1211.60.00.00 applies to this fresh or dried plant part used primarily in pharmacy, whether cut or crushed.
Frozen Prunus Africana Bark Strips
Bark strips from African cherry tree frozen to preserve bioactive compounds like beta-sitosterol for later pharmaceutical processing. Covered by HTS 1211.60.00.00 for frozen plant parts used primarily in pharmacy, aligning with chapter notes excluding only finished medicaments.
Organic Prunus Africana Bark Chunks
Certified organic, air-dried chunks of African cherry bark for use in decoctions and prostate health formulations. Fits HTS 1211.60.00.00 as dried parts of plants for pharmaceutical purposes, per chapter note exclusions.