Bismuth Subcarbonate CAS 5892-10-4 is a radiopaque filler, pharmacopeial bismuth raw material and precursor for ceramic and specialty bismuth products.

It is also used in ceramic glazes, enamel fluxes and the preparation of other bismuth compounds.

Foconsci’s Bismuth Subcarbonate contains 81% bismuth and contains 97.6%–100.7% (BiO)₂CO₃. Please contact us for purchasing inquiries.

Structural formula:

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Bismuth Subcarbonate Specifications

Bismuth Subcarbonate Applications

Pharmaceutical Raw Material

Our Pharmaceutical grade Bismuth Subcarbonate is used as a bismuth-containing raw material in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Radiopaque Filler for Medical Polymers

Bismuth Subcarbonate is added to catheter tubing and other medical-polymer components to make them visible under X-ray imaging.

Production of Other Bismuth Compounds

Bismuth Subcarbonate is used to produce bismuth oxide, bismuth nitrate and selected organic or inorganic bismuth salts.

Ceramic Glazes and Enamels

Bismuth Subcarbonate can be used as a bismuth source in ceramic glazes, enamel frits and specialty glass compositions.

Other Applications

Bismuth Subcarbonate can be also used as pearlescent plastics additive, as well as pearlescent pigment in foundations, loose powders, and nail polishes.

Packaging and Storage

Packaging: 25 kg fiber drum with double inner plastic bags or 1 kg aluminum foil bag

Storage: Store Bismuth Subcarbonate in a tightly closed container in a dry area. Do not store the material near acids. Contact with acid dissolves the carbonate and releases carbon dioxide, which can cause pressure buildup inside a closed contaminated container.