Bismuth Nitrate Catalyst

Bismuth nitrate is used as a catalytic preparation in organic synthesis reactions like esterification and oxidation processes. It falls under HTS 3815.90.1000 as a reaction initiator consisting wholly of inorganic bismuth compounds, not elsewhere specified. This catalyst enables milder reaction conditions compared to traditional acids.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2841.90.50.00Lower: 38.7% vs 41.5%

If imported as pure chemical reagent without catalytic formulation

Pure inorganic salts like bismuth nitrate are classified under Chapter 28 as chemicals when not presented as finished catalytic preparations.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 41.5%

If contains organic stabilizers or solvents

Addition of organic components changes classification to prepared chemical mixtures in heading 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide chemical composition analysis certifying 100% inorganic bismuth content to qualify under this subheading

Include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and end-use statements proving catalytic application, not as reagents

Verify no organic additives exceed trace levels to prevent reclassification under 3815.90.2000

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