High-Purity Bismuth Carbonate USP/EP from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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