Uses of bismuth
Extractive metallurgy of bismuth
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Uses of bismuth
Extractive metallurgy of bismuth

Authors : Pierre BLAZY, Virginie HERMANT

Publication date: September 10, 2013 | Lire en français

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8. Uses of bismuth

Bismuth is mainly used in metallurgical additives, alloys and chemicals, as follows :

  • metallurgical additives: 8.8% ;

  • alloys: 26.4% ;

  • chemicals (including pharmaceuticals): 57.2% ;

  • other: 7.6%.

8.1 Metallurgical additives

For certain specific uses of steels, cast irons and non-ferrous metals or alloys, bismuth is incorporated,...

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