Bismuth Subnitrate Powder USP Grade
Bismuth subnitrate (Bi5O(OH)9(NO3)4), USP grade, is a basic nitrate used in pharmaceuticals as an antacid and in cosmetics. It is classified under HTS 2834.29.05.00 as a nitrate of bismuth, chemically defined per Chapter 28 notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If primarily classified by antimony content or analogs
Hydrated antimony oxides similar to subnitrates go to 2825; composition drives heading.
If medicated for retail therapeutic use
Medicinal formulations containing bismuth subnitrate classify as medicaments in Chapter 30.
If in cosmetic retail preparations
Beauty preps with bismuth compounds shift to Chapter 33 for end-use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice for pharma imports; certify USP compliance to prevent quarantine
• Document as 'basic bismuth nitrate' to distinguish from pure nitrates and avoid 2827 misclassification
Related Products under HTS 2834.29.05.00
Bismuth Nitrate Pentahydrate
Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate (Bi(NO3)3·5H2O) is a white crystalline salt used in chemical synthesis and as a reagent in laboratories. It falls under HTS 2834.29.05.00 as a nitrate of bismuth, a heavy metal salt classified in Chapter 28 for inorganic chemical compounds. This chemically defined compound is excluded from organic chapters per Chapter Note 2.
Technical Grade Bismuth Nitrate Crystals
Technical grade bismuth nitrate crystals for industrial applications like catalyst preparation and pyrotechnics. Classified in HTS 2834.29.05.00 as other nitrates of bismuth, meeting chemical definition requirements.
Bismuth Nitrate for Gold Recovery
Specialty bismuth nitrate used in gold refining processes to precipitate impurities. HTS 2834.29.05.00 covers this as a bismuth nitrate, pure inorganic compound per Chapter Notes.
Bismuth Ammonium Nitrate Double Salt
A double salt of bismuth nitrate and ammonium nitrate used in specialty fertilizers. Classified under HTS 2834.29.05.00 when primarily bismuth nitrate, but note complex salt rules.
Nano Bismuth Nitrate Particles
Nanoparticles of bismuth nitrate for advanced materials and catalysis research. HTS 2834.29.05.00 applies as chemically defined compound regardless of particle size.
Bismuth Nitrate Flake Form
Flake-form bismuth nitrate for easy dissolution in industrial processes. Classified under HTS 2834.29.05.00 as the physical form doesn't affect chemical classification.