Selected World Bromine Annual Plant Capacities And Sources As Of December 31, 2024

This table presents the annual production capacities of selected bromine plants worldwide as of the end of 2024, detailing the geographic locations, operating companies, and primary bromine sources. Bromine is a critical industrial chemical used in flame retardants, drilling fluids, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals, making the understanding of global production capacities essential for assessing supply stability, market dynamics, and economic impacts. Tracking these capacities helps stakeholders anticipate shifts in availability and pricing, which can influence downstream industries and international trade.

Analysis of the data reveals that Israel leads global bromine production capacity by a significant margin, with the ICL Group Ltd. in Sodom reporting a capacity of 280,000 metric tons sourced from potash production bitterns. Jordan follows with a substantial capacity of 150,000 metric tons at the Jordan Bromine Co. Ltd. in Safi, also utilizing potash bitterns. China exhibits a diverse and sizeable capacity spread across multiple companies in Hebei and Shandong provinces, with Gulf Resources, Inc. alone contributing 31,500 metric tons from underground brines, and Shandong Haihua Group and Shandong Haiwang Chemical each adding 20,000 metric tons from seawater bitterns and underground brines, respectively. India’s bromine capacity is notably smaller but includes a significant 42,000 metric tons from Satyesh Brinechem Pvt. Ltd. in Hajipir. Japan’s Tosoh Corp. maintains a capacity of 24,000 metric tons from seawater. Data for Russia and Ukraine are not available, indicating potential gaps in reporting or production transparency. Overall, the dominance of Middle Eastern and Chinese producers underscores regional specialization in bromine extraction methods and resource availability.