The global bromine market (marché du brome), valued at USD 2.53 billion in 2023, is projected to reach USD 4.7 billion by 2033, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% over the forecast period. This robust growth is driven by increasing demand across various industries, including flame retardants, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals, coupled with advancements in production technologies and expanding applications in emerging markets. As environmental regulations tighten and the need for efficient water treatment and fire safety solutions rises, the bromine market is expected to experience sustained expansion through 2033.
Increased crop yields and modern agriculture have added to the need to store agricultural products for long periods of time, including vegetables, dried grains, cotton, and fruits. The effectiveness of many substances in controlling pests that degrade products stored for long periods of time has been studied.
Factors such as geopolitics, trade policies, and reserves of bromine can influence bromine availability and supply. The efficiency and cost-effectiveness of bromine supply can be impacted by technological advancements in bromine extraction and processing methods.
The use of bromine in power plants reduces air pollution. Coal combustion releases mercury into the atmosphere, and about 40% of global power still comes from coal. Scalable batteries based on bromine ions have been developed in newer technology. As an energy storage technology, bromine is preferred due to its abundance, cost, chemistry, and performance.
Due to changes in consumer preferences, alternative materials can be developed that are free of brominated compounds. The overall economic health of regions and countries directly affects industrial activities and the demand for bromine.
The stable nature of bromine makes it an ideal choice for spas and jacuzzis. As an added bonus, bromine is much gentler on sensitive skin than chlorine. Process water is treated with bromine at major paper and pulp plants in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly manner. A Royal Society of Chemistry report states that bromine is being phased out as fire retardants and in agriculture as a result of toxicity concerns as well as environmental concerns.
Bromine resources in some African and Iranian salt lakes and lagoons have attracted the attention of a few companies. Developing and utilizing bromine resources is also possible in countries that make salt from seawater, like Australia and Mexico.
The Bohai Sea underground brine and sea salt field still uses domestic bromine production capacity as the main raw brine source. Bromine production capacity continues to decline because underground brines continue to diminish year after year.
Key Takeaways
- Global bromine demand in the United Kingdom is expected to expand at a CAGR of 1.4% during the forecast period.
- In the United States, the market is expected to reach US$ 1.3 billion between 2023 and 2033.
- A growth rate of 2.3% is expected for organobromine over the forecast period.
- China is projected to expand by 2.2% between 2023 and 2033.
- By 2033, the bromine market in India is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 2.4% during the forecast period.
“With the growth of oil and gas drilling activities, bromine demand will likely increase. Growing pesticide demand and pharmaceutical industries will drive the market.,” says an FMI analyst.
Competitive Landscape
As the bromine market has developed into a highly competitive environment since the beginning of this century, global demand has increased dramatically. As a result of its expanded and more cost-effective service offerings, the company will be better positioned to compete in an increasingly competitive market.
Market Developments Include
- In Febraury 2023, TETRA Technologies, Inc. TETRA has published an S-K 1300 Section 19 Report on its Investor Relations website that provides engineering, cost, and revenue assumptions based on the development of Arkansas bromine assets. Continuing to assess its inferred bromine resources in Arkansas, the Company continues to make progress.
- In September 2023, Australian-based Redflow Limited will lead the way in energy storage innovation. Commercial, industrial, and utility clients can benefit from Redflow’s zinc-bromine flow batteries that provide efficient and scalable solutions. ZBM3 Battery and Energy Pod are among the company’s flagship products.
Top Key Players in the Global Market
- Israel Chemicals Limited
- Albemarle Corporation
- Tosoh Corporation
- Tata Chemicals Limited
- LANXESS AG
- Sumitomo Chemical Co.Ltd
- Perekop Bromine
- Archean Group
- Jordan Bromine Company
- Gulf Resources Inc.
- Hindustan Salts Limited
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To understand opportunities in the bromine market, the market is segmented on the basis of Derivative Type (Organobromine, Clear Brine Fluids (CBF), Hydrogen Bromide) Application,(Biocide, Flame Retardant, Oil and Gas Drilling, Plasma Etching, PTA Synthesis, Fumigant Synthesis, Others) End Use (Oil and Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics, Electronics & Consumer Goods, Textile, Medical, Agricultural and Pesticides, Automotive, Building and Construction, Water Treatment, Others) and Region (North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South Asia and Pacific, East Asia, Middle East, and Africa).
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