FAQ – New rules concerning pernambuco (Paubrasilia echinata)

The European Commission has published an FAQ for musicians, bow makers, instrument makers and retailers to explain the recent changes to CITES rules applicable to pernambuco (Paubrasilia echinata).

This document answers key questions concerning, in particular, travelling with bows, buying and selling pernambuco bows, and the applicable regulatory requirements.

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This FAQ is a living document and will be updated regularly to reflect clarifications and new information as it becomes available.

Please note: When applying for a re-export certificate, it is important to know whether the country to which the bow is being sent requires a permit for its importation. As of 7 March 2026, the following is a non-exhaustive list of countries that require an import permit for pernambuco bows:

- Australia
- Mexico
- Republic of Korea
- United Kingdom
- Singapore
- Switzerland
- European Union