Bismuth Subnitrate Powder USP Grade from Japan
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.
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
• 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