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Bismuth ingots and needles

Bismuth metal of 99.99% minimum in ingots and needles, for alloy, pharmaceutical and chemical buyers.

Bismuth content99.99% minimum, higher purities on request
PackingIngots on pallets or in wooden cases; needles in drums
DeliveryFOB, CIF, Warehouse
InspectionIndependent, at loading

Bismuth ingots and needles: typical specification

Indicative
Bismuth content
99.99% minimum, higher purities on request
Form
Ingots, or needles for faster dissolving
Impurities
Limits on lead, silver, copper and others as agreed
Packing
Ingots on pallets or in wooden cases; needles in drums
Pricing basis
Per kg or per lb, fixed or against a published reference

Typical specification for reference. The binding specification for each lot is the producer certificate of analysis and the contract.

Export controls and complianceBismuth products are subject to export controls in some producing countries, including China. We confirm the export licence position and sanctions screening before any deal proceeds.

Delivery terms

FOBBuyer arranges the vessel and takes title at the load port.
CIFSeller arranges freight and insurance to the buyer discharge port.
WarehouseTitle transfer of stock held in a bonded or exchange warehouse.

Documents supplied

Certificate of analysisCertificate of originIndependent inspection and weight certificatePacking listBill of lading

Inspected at loading. Paid against documents.

Independent inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek or an equivalent accredited surveyor, with payment by documentary letter of credit.

About bismuth ingots and needles

Bismuth is a heavy, brittle metal recovered mainly as a by-product of lead, copper and tungsten refining. It is low in toxicity, which makes it a common replacement for lead.

It is used in lead-free solders and free-machining steels, fusible alloys, pharmaceuticals and cosmetic pigments. Buyers in chemical and pharmaceutical uses work to tight impurity limits.

Frequently asked questions

What is bismuth used for?

Lead-free solders and steels, low melting point alloys, pharmaceuticals, cosmetic pigments and chemical catalysts.

What is the difference between ingots and needles?

The purity is the same. Needles are small pieces that dissolve faster, which suits chemical and pharmaceutical users.

How is payment usually made?

By documentary letter of credit from a bank acceptable to the seller, with payment against shipping documents and the inspection certificate.

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