Bismuth Nitrate Catalyst from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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