how much of this would add to lead forbullet casting(Brinell hardness of 20)?

you have to add antimony, this would not get hard enough

How hard/durable is this alloy? I need to cast fine details in pendant, earring, and ring form.

Yes, it's plenty hard. You can get some fine detail from your cast but not quite as well as you will from silver. There is more weight in the material so it might be too heavy for earrings. Good luck. We put a layer of fingernail polish over the surface to protect and shine.

What is the hardness of this alloy?

3 Modern pewter contains tin copper and antimony. This source says the Moh's hardness is 3

is this pewter food safe?

Its a state by state law, You have to look up your state max allowed parts per million and compare that to the certs

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RotoMetals High Quality Pewter - Alloy R98 Pewter Casting Ingot (Tin 98%, Bismuth 1.5%, Copper .50%)

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🔥Melting range 466-590°F for easy handling

⚙️98% Tin purity for superior casting

🛡️Lead-free, safe for jewelry & gifts

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✨ Cast brilliance, wear confidence! ⚙️

SAFE NON TOXIC - Lead-free formula ideal for wearable and collectible items
PERFECT WEIGHT SIZE - Approx. 1 lb ingots sized for convenient melting and pouring
PRECISION DETAIL CASTING - Bismuth blend minimizes shrinkage for flawless small designs
PREMIUM ALLOY COMPOSITION - 98% Tin with Copper and Bismuth for strength and shine
VERSATILE MOLD COMPATIBILITY - Works seamlessly with plaster, sand, and rubber molds

RotoMetals R98 Pewter Casting Ingot is a premium lead-free alloy composed of 98% Tin, 1.5% Bismuth, and 0.5% Copper. Designed for professional-grade jewelry and collectible casting, it melts between 466-590°F and offers minimal shrinkage for intricate details. Each approx. 1-pound ingot is perfectly sized for easy melting and pouring, compatible with various mold types, making it the go-to choice for artisans seeking flawless, safe, and durable metal castings.

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ASIN	B001QV3J46
Best Sellers Rank	#98,972 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #21 in Specialty Metal Raw Materials
Date First Available	January 27, 2009
Item Weight	1.1 pounds
Manufacturer	Roto Metals
Package Dimensions	4.41 x 3.23 x 0.79 inches

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