U.S. imports of african cherry bark (prunus africana), fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried (HS 121160) totaled $0 in December 2024, traded with 2 countries.
Last updated: December 2024 dataAfrican cherry bark (Prunus africana, also known as pygeum) is harvested from a slow-growing montane tree native to sub-Saharan Africa and is a primary botanical ingredient in prostate health dietary supplements sold globally. The species is listed on CITES Appendix II due to overharvesting pressure, meaning all international trade — regardless of physical form — requires valid CITES export permits from the country of origin and CITES import documentation filed with US Fish & Wildlife Service. The single 10-digit line (1211600000) covers all forms: fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, whether or not cut, crushed, or powdered. Importers should verify that bark originates from a CITES-compliant, sustainably managed source, as non-compliant shipments are subject to seizure.
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Because Prunus africana is listed on CITES Appendix II, each commercial shipment requires a CITES export permit issued by the competent authority of the exporting country and must be declared to US Fish & Wildlife Service at the port of entry. Importers should obtain and retain original CITES permits and ensure that permit quantities match the shipment; discrepancies can result in detention or seizure.
When imported for use as a dietary supplement ingredient, African cherry bark is subject to FDA's dietary supplement regulations under DSHEA, including current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements for the finished product manufacturer. If the bark is intended for use in a drug product (e.g., a standardized pygeum extract approved or marketed as a drug), additional FDA drug approval requirements apply. Admissibility classification is complex; consult a licensed customs broker or the relevant agency before importing.
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Imports
$0
from 2 countries · YTD: $46K
Exports: $0
Surplus of $0 (net exporter)
YTD: $46K imported (December 2024)
Monthly import values over time
PLANTS & PARTS ETC FOR MEDICAMENTS ETC NESOI
HS 121190
VEGETABLE SEEDS FOR SOWING
HS 120991
LOW ERUCIC ACID RAPE/COLZA SEEDS W/NOT BROKEN
HS 120510
SOYBEANS, NESOI
HS 120190
SUNFLOWER SEEDS, WHETHER OR NOT BROKEN
HS 120600
OIL SEEDS & OLEAGINOUS FRUITS W/NT BROKEN, NESOI
HS 120799
No geographic breakdown available
U.S. import values for this product are not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.