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Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species Permit

Last Modified: Nov 2, 2020

Permits are required for articles listed in Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), and certain materials listed in Appendix II as well products from protected species under the Endangered Species Act. Please ensure you comply with regulations.

If you have questions regarding CITES and endangered species documentation please refer to the APHIS CITES (Endangered Plant Species) website and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

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Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species Permit

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