Bismuth

Bismuth (Bi) is a brittle, silvery-pink post-transition metal with the highest atomic number of any stable element. It has a low thermal conductivity, high diamagnetism, and a melting point of 271 °C. Bismuth exhibits unique electrical properties and is used in thermoelectric materials, pharmaceuticals, and metal alloys.

Goodfellow supplies high-purity bismuth (Bi) that caters to both traditional industries and emerging research fields. This metal is available in various forms to suit specific application needs. In pharmaceuticals, bismuth compounds are employed as active ingredients in medications that treat gastrointestinal disorders such as ulcers and diarrhea (e.g., bismuth subsalicylate). The cosmetics industry also utilizes bismuth-based pigments for their pearlescent appearance in makeup products like eyeshadow and nail polish. Industrially, bismuth alloys are used in fire safety devices such as sprinkler systems due to their low melting point, which allows them to act as fusible plugs under high temperatures. In advanced research settings, bismuth’s thermoelectric properties make it valuable for developing energy-efficient cooling systems and waste heat recovery technologies. Goodfellow’s bismuth products support innovation across multiple domains by enabling environmentally sustainable solutions while driving progress in thermoelectric materials research.