Bromine

Description

1. Product Overview

Bromine is a dense, highly reactive halogen element widely used across industrial chemical processes. Its primary applications include flame retardants, water treatment, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Strategically, bromine is essential due to its unique chemical reactivity, enabling high-performance solutions that alternative halogens cannot match. For global industrial buyers, bromine represents a critical input for reliable, high-efficiency production, offering both operational versatility and competitive advantage. Its consistent availability and quality make it a cornerstone in strategic sourcing for multiple industrial sectors.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Elemental Bromine (Br₂)
• Purity Level: ≥ 99.5% industrial grade
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Color: Deep red-brown
• Density: 3.12 g/cm³ at 20°C
• Packaging Options: 200 kg steel drums, ISO tank containers
• Shelf Life: Stable under standard storage conditions (cool, dry, ventilated area)
• Handling Requirements: Corrosion-resistant containment; proper personal protective equipment (PPE) required

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Flame Retardant Manufacturing: Bromine derivatives improve fire resistance in plastics, textiles, and electronics.
• Water Treatment & Disinfection: Effective as a biocide in industrial cooling systems and potable water applications.
• Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemical Synthesis: Critical intermediate for active ingredients, dyes, and agrochemicals.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Used in drilling fluids and as a component in certain well completion chemicals.

Why It Performs Better: High purity and consistent chemical properties ensure predictable reactivity, superior efficacy in flame retardancy, and reliable performance in water treatment applications. Industrial-grade bromine reduces waste and enhances operational efficiency compared to lower-quality alternatives.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Manufactured to stringent industrial standards ensuring uniform reactivity and purity.
• Supply Reliability: Continuous production and strategic inventory management support uninterrupted supply chains.
• Logistics Capability: Bulk ISO tank shipping and drum packaging facilitate global distribution.
• Price Competitiveness: Cost-efficient sourcing for large-scale industrial operations.
• Sustainability & Environmental Compliance: Compliant with international chemical transport and handling regulations.
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation, safety data sheets (SDS), and technical guidance available for industrial integration.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT BULK
• Loading Capacity: ISO tank 24–26 MT per container / Steel drums 20–22 MT per 20-ft container

This bromine product is designed for industrial buyers seeking a high-purity, reliable, and strategically sourced chemical essential for diverse industrial applications.