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Bismuth Shot for Fishing Sinkers from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

0%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))

Import Tips

Verify purity and composition via lab testing to confirm classification as bismuth articles, avoiding misclassification as alloys

Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) documenting non-toxicity for environmental compliance