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Bismuth

CAS: 7440-69-9

Overview

Bismuth (CAS 7440-69-9 ), abbreviated Bi, is a post-transition metal sourced and traded in elemental form for use across pharmaceutical synthesis, polymer manufacturing, and metallurgical processing.

It functions as a low-toxicity alternative to lead and other heavy metals in applications where regulatory pressure or end-product safety requirements demand cleaner substitutes.

In pharmaceuticals, elemental bismuth serves as a precursor to active bismuth salts and compounds used in gastrointestinal formulations and antimicrobial preparations.

Polymer manufacturers incorporate it into flame-retardant systems where halogen-free compliance is required, particularly in wire, cable, and electronic component housings.

Bismuth is also used as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in oxidation and condensation reactions within specialty chemical production for various industrial sectors.

In metallurgy, it acts as a lead replacement in free-machining alloys and low-melting fusible alloys used in safety devices and precision casting applications.

Bismuth is supplied as ingots, shots, granules, and high-purity pellets to suit different downstream processing requirements and specific manufacturing workflows.

Standard commercial grades range from technical purity to high-purity material for pharmaceutical and electronic applications where particle size control is critical.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point271 °C
Boiling Point1579 °C
Density9.78 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
AppearanceBismuth is a pinkish-silver, hard, brittle metal. It is found as the free metal in ores, such as bismutite and bismuthinite and in lead ores.
ColorSilver-white or red
Formshot
Water Solubilityinsoluble
Vapor Pressure<0.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)

Safety & Handling

Danger GHS08 Hazard Statements H370 Causes damage to organs H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Precautionary Statements P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P308+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code81060010
UN Number3264
ADR Class8
Packing GroupIII
Storage Class11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany)1

Other Names

element 83 | 83Bi | Bismuthelemental | Colitis | Wismut | Bismuth Metallicum | RefChem:388836 | BISMUTHUM METALLICUM | Bi

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
7440-69-9
EC Number
231-177-4
Mol. Weight
208.98040
HS Code
81060010

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