Now Shipping from California! 🚚

Are you a California-based practitioner who loves Treasure of the East herbs? Then you’ll be happy to know your shipping times just got faster! 

Ground shipping from our Ithaca office takes an average of 5 business days. But now, you can get delivery within 2-3 business days through our California-based distribution partners for most orders at no additional cost and with no change to how you order!

There is just one requirement, and that is to send a copy of your California Resale Certificate to us at herbs@treasureoftheeast.com

Here’s an example:


Don’t have your Reseller Permit yet? You can obtain one within minutes of submitting your application online. Here’s how:

Register for a reseller permit with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA)You’ll need to have the following information ready:

  • Your business name and address
  • Your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) or Social Security Number (SSN)
  • A description of the products or services you will be reselling
  • The name and address of any officers or partners in the business

What is a Reseller Permit, and why do I need one?

A reseller permit, also known as a resale permit or seller's permit, allows a business to purchase items wholesale and resell the items at retail prices without paying sales tax on the wholesale purchase. 

In California, herbal medicines are classified as dietary supplements and are subject to sales tax. (The state of New York, where Treasure of the East is based, does not levy sales tax on dietary supplements.) Please consult with your own state’s tax department to determine if dietary supplements are subject to sales tax. For further information, please consult this FAQ page from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration

What do we do with CA Reseller Sales Certificates?

We do not file the certificates with the State of California. We simply keep certificates saved in the very unlikely event of an audit.

To sum up your options as a California-based business owner, you can:

  1. Obtain a Resale certificate and get faster shipping, or
  2. Purchase and continue to receive products from our Ithaca office

Questions? Let us know! We're happy to help. Email us at herbs@treasureoftheeast.com or call us at 607-275-9700.