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High-Purity Bismuth Carbonate USP/EP from Germany

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 — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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