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Bismuth and articles thereof, including waste and scrap: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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)
Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 8106.90.00.00
Bismuth Granules for Pharmaceuticals
Granulated pure bismuth for compounding in pharmaceutical peptic ulcer treatments. Under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' articles, processed from ingots for medical use. High purity (>99.99%).
Bismuth Sheet for Art Sculpture
Hammered bismuth sheets for contemporary sculpture and wall art, leveraging natural iridescence. HTS 8106.90.00.00 covers 'other' artistic articles of bismuth. Handcrafted by metal artists.
Bismuth Ring Weights for Fitness
Annuular bismuth rings used as stackable weights for ankle/wrist fitness bands. HTS 8106.90.00.00 for 'other' sporting articles. Dense, non-sweat corrosion.
Bismuth Shot for Fishing Sinkers
Small spherical pellets of pure bismuth used primarily as non-toxic alternatives to lead in fishing sinkers. This product falls under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' articles of bismuth, excluding unwrought forms, powders, and waste/scrap. It is valued for its density similar to lead and low toxicity.
Bismuth Telluride Thermoelectric Module
A fabricated module using bismuth telluride (Bi2Te3) for Peltier cooling or thermoelectric power generation in electronics. Classified under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as an 'other' article of bismuth due to its bismuth base. Used in portable coolers, CPU coolers, and sensors.
Bismuth Subsalicylate Tablets
Pharmaceutical tablets containing bismuth subsalicylate (e.g., Pepto-Bismol equivalent) for upset stomach relief. Falls under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' articles of bismuth in formulated medicinal form. Excludes bulk chemicals.
Bismuth Alloy Low-Melt Casting Rods
Rods of bismuth-based low-melting alloy (e.g., Cerrolow 117) for fusible plugs and crafting. Under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' articles, provided bismuth content <99% but highest per Chapter 81 note. Used in fire sprinklers and art casting.
Bismuth Powder for Cosmetics
Micronized bismuth oxychloride powder used as a pearlescent pigment in makeup like eyeshadows. Classifies under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' processed bismuth article for cosmetic applications. Provides shimmer without mica.
Bismuth Foil for Radiation Shielding
Thin bismuth foil sheets used in X-ray shielding aprons and medical imaging collimators. HTS 8106.90.00.00 covers this 'other' fabricated article due to bismuth's high density and low toxicity vs. lead. Common in veterinary and dental applications.
Bismuth Wire for Soldering
Bismuth-containing wire for low-temperature soldering in electronics repair. Classifies as HTS 8106.90.00.00 'other' article where bismuth is principal metal per Chapter 81 note. Lead-free alternative.
Bismuth Pebbles for Jewelry Casting
Small bismuth pebbles used by jewelers for low-melt casting molds and artistic ingots. HTS 8106.90.00.00 for these 'other' decorative articles. Known for iridescent crystal patterns when cast.
Bismuth Block for Lab Weights
Precision-machined bismuth blocks used as calibration weights in analytical balances. Under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as fabricated 'other' articles. Non-magnetic and dense alternative to brass.
Bismuth Pellets for Shotgun Loads
Sized bismuth pellets for non-toxic shotgun ammunition, replacing lead shot. Classified HTS 8106.90.00.00 as 'other' articles for sporting use. Approved for waterfowl hunting.
Bismuth Anode for Electroplating
Cast bismuth anodes for electroplating baths in corrosion-resistant coatings. HTS 8106.90.00.00 for these 'other' industrial articles. Used in marine and automotive applications.
Bismuth Crystals for Education
Laboratory-grown bismuth crystals for science education and desk decor. Under HTS 8106.90.00.00 as fabricated 'other' novelty articles showcasing crystal growth. Rainbow hopper-like structure.