High-Purity Bismuth Carbonate USP/EP
Dual-compendial (USP/EP) bismuth carbonate for global pharmaceutical supply chains, classified as HTS 2836.99.20.00 pure bismuth carbonate. Used in compounded prescriptions and veterinary medicines.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Dual USP/EP COA mandatory; declare pharmacopeial grade explicitly on commercial invoice
• Veterinary use may require APHIS import permit if animal-derived impurities suspected
• Monitor MFN vs GSP duty rates based on country of melt/pour origin
Related Products under HTS 2836.99.20.00
Bismuth Subcarbonate Powder
Bismuth subcarbonate (Bi2O2CO3) is a white, odorless powder classified under HTS 2836.99.20.00 as a bismuth carbonate, a basic carbonate of an inorganic base. It is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as an antacid and in cosmetics for its mild astringent properties.
Pharmaceutical Grade Bismuth Carbonate
High-purity bismuth carbonate meeting USP standards for use in gastrointestinal remedies and ointments. Classified specifically under HTS 2836.99.20.00 as a carbonate of bismuth (inorganic base) per Chapter 28 note 2. Supplied as fine white microcrystalline powder.
Technical Grade Bismuth Carbonate
Industrial-grade bismuth carbonate used in ceramic glazes, catalysts, and radiation shielding compounds. HTS 2836.99.20.00 classification applies to this carbonate of inorganic base bismuth, distinct from oxides or other salts.
Bismuth Subnitrate Equivalent Carbonate
Synthetic bismuth subcarbonate serving as alternative to traditional subnitrate in astringent creams and lotions. Precisely classified under 2836.99.20.00 for its carbonate composition meeting Chapter 28 chemical definition.