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Bismuth Sulfide Flakes from Japan

Bismuth sulfide (Bi2S3) flakes used in thermoelectric materials and pigments. It is an 'other' sulfide under HTS 2830.90.90.00, chemically defined per Chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide XRF analysis for bismuth content verification

• Store and ship under nitrogen to prevent oxidation

• Confirm not mixed with organic stabilizers (would go to 2831)