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.
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 bark dehydrated to low moisture like other dried vegetables
Dried leguminous vegetables in chapter 7, but pharmaceutical intent keeps it in 1211.
If bark oleoresin used in perfumery base
Essential oils and oleoresins for perfumery move to chapter 33.
If bark infused as herbal insecticide extract
Processed insecticides exclude from 1211 per chapter notes to heading 3808.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Maintain cold chain documentation for frozen state; thawing may reclassify as dried under same code
• Test for erucic acid or contaminants irrelevant to this species but check chapter notes for similar seeds
• Pair with import licenses for endangered species; USFWS oversight required for CITES
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.
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.
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.