99.999% Pure Bismuth Shot
Small spherical pellets of bismuth metal with 99.999% purity, ideal for precision alloying in fusible plugs and low-melt applications. This unwrought form meets the tariff item's requirement of containing more than 99.99% bismuth by weight.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the shot is further processed into articles
Articles of bismuth, other than unwrought, fall under a different tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bismuth shot is classified as unwrought and not as a product of Chapter 71
• Keep certificates of analysis showing purity above 99.99% for CBSA verification
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