31 Dec 2019
Processing Expansion for Bromine in Jordan
Jordan Bromine Co. Ltd. completed a $50 million expansion project, increasing its bromine production capacity to 150,000 t from 100,000 t in 2018.
Bromine trade
Bromides
Bromine is a naturally occurring element extracted from brine pools and seawater. Its primary uses are in agricultural chemicals, dyestuffs, insecticides, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates. Sodium bromide and potassium bromide, compounds formed by reacting bromine with sodium and potassium respectively, are used as sedatives and anticonvulsants in medicine, and in photographic and photochemical processes. These minerals can be traded in various forms, including pure elements, compounds, and solutions, and...
Bromine is a naturally occurring element extracted from brine pools and seawater. Its primary uses are in agricultural chemicals, dyestuffs, insecticides, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates.
Sodium bromide and potassium bromide, compounds formed by reacting bromine with sodium and potassium respectively, are used as sedatives and anticonvulsants in medicine, and in photographic and photochemical processes. These minerals can be traded in various forms, including pure elements, compounds, and solutions, and can be transported as liquids, solids, or gases.
Bromine and its compounds are listed under the World Bank's trade database (WITS) HS code 2804, which covers bromides dissolved in water or aqueous solutions. This falls under the broader category of "Inorganic chemicals; organic or inorganic compounds of halogens, halogenates" (HS code 28), making it a significant trade commodity in the chemical industry.
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29 Nov 2019
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The International Trade Administration determined in November 2019 that magnesium from Israel was sold in the United States at less than fair value, leading to reduced magnesium—and consequently bromine—production by Israel Chemicals Ltd.
31 Dec 2018
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The International Trade Administration concluded an investigation (Oct 1 2017‑Sep 30 2018) into magnesium from Israel being sold at less than fair value, affecting downstream bromine production.
1 Jan 2017
Processing Shutdown for Bromine in China
The Chinese government shut down many chemical production facilities, including bromine plants, to comply with new safety and environmental regulations.
1 Jan 2017
Processing Shutdown for Bromine in China
Gulf Resources, Inc. received a local government notice that three of its bromine facilities would not be allowed to resume production, resulting in permanent closures.
1 Jan 2017
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The U.S. EPA ceased approving critical‑use exemptions for methyl bromide, reinforcing the Montreal Protocol ban and limiting its commercial use.
1 Jan 2015
Regulatory Change for Bromine in Mexico
Mexico is exempt from the global methyl bromide phase‑out until 2015, allowing continued use of methyl bromide‑treated crops.
1 Nov 2014
Other for Bromine in Israel
ICL postponed layoffs of 144 employees, indicating workforce adjustments amid regulatory uncertainty.
1 Nov 2014
Project Delay for Bromine in Israel
ICL froze a $1 billion investment program in response to the surtax, delaying planned capital projects.
1 Oct 2014
Regulatory Change for Bromine in Israel
Israel's Sheshinski II Committee recommended a progressive surtax on natural resource profits, potentially limiting bromine sector investment.
1 Aug 2014
Processing Startup for Bromine in Israel
Albemarle and ICL joint venture opened a 10,000‑t/yr bromine processing plant in Israel, expanding production capacity.
1 Jun 2014
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
EPA released final report recommending alternatives to HBCD, influencing bromine use in flame retardants.
16 Jan 2014
Other for Bromine in United States
Chemtura filed a lawsuit against California’s smolder‑only test rule, aiming to protect bromine‑based flame retardant market share.
1 Jan 2014
Mine Closure for Bromine in China
Closure of many small, unlicensed bromine operations in Shandong Province, China, reducing local production capacity.
1 Jan 2014
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
California amended fire safety standards in January 2014, prompting legal challenge from Chemtura and affecting bromine-based flame retardant market.
14 Dec 2013
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The EPA issued a 2013 critical‑use exemption for methyl bromide, extending its allowed use and supporting continued bromine consumption.
10 May 2013
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The Stockholm Convention voted to ban hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD), a brominated flame retardant, which could reduce demand for bromine in that product category.
7 Mar 2013
Processing Expansion for Bromine in Jordan
Jordan Bromine Co. completed the first phase of its expansion project, doubling the plant’s bromine production capacity, thereby increasing local supply potential.
17 May 2012
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The EPA granted a critical‑use exemption for methyl bromide, allowing its continued use in certain agricultural applications and sustaining demand for bromine.
16 Mar 2011
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
The U.S. EPA proposed the first national standard for mercury pollution from power plants, creating a new market demand for bromine as a mercury‑removal agent.
1 Jan 2011
Regulatory Change for Bromine in United States
EPA issued regulations to reduce mercury emissions at power plants by 91%, increasing demand for bromine in mercury abatement.
31 Dec 2010
Tariff Change for Bromine in United States
The U.S. imposed a 5.5% ad valorem tariff on imported bromine in December 2010.
31 Dec 2010
Tariff Change for Bromine in United States
The U.S. imposed a 5.4% ad valorem tariff on imported ethylene dibromide in December 2010.
31 Dec 2010
Tariff Change for Bromine in United States
The U.S. imposed a 5.5% ad valorem tariff on imported tetrabromobisphenol A in December 2010.
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