Price Trends

According to the commodity market analysis system of SunSirs, bromine prices trended weakly this week. The average market price stood at 39,000 RMB/ton at the beginning of the week and 37,800 RMB/ton by the weekend, reflecting a decline of 3.08% over the period; however, this represents a year-on-year increase of 63.64% compared to the same period last year.

On May 14, the SunSirs Bromine Index registered 132.63 points, a decrease of 2.46 points from the previous day. This figure represents a 46.16% decline from the cycle's peak of 246.32 points (recorded on April 7, 2026), while marking a 125.10% increase from the cycle's low of 58.92 points (recorded on October 29, 2014). (Note: The defined cycle spans from September 1, 2011, to the present.)

Market analysis

Bromine prices trended weakly this week. The bromine market in the Shandong region underwent a period of consolidation. Manufacturers' reference prices ranged from 37,000 to 40,000 RMB/ton; however, actual transaction prices were on the softer side, and a strong wait-and-see sentiment prevailed among market participants. Operating rates within the bromine industry continued to rise, leading to a gradual replenishment of spot market supplies. Regarding demand, however, downstream industries exhibited only moderate demand, maintaining a purchasing pattern focused strictly on immediate, essential needs.

In terms of raw materials, domestic sulfur prices trended upward overall this week. The average market price stood at 7,050 RMB/ton at the beginning of the week, rising to 7,583.33 RMB/ton by the weekend—a weekly increase of 7.56%, and a year-on-year surge of 205.25%. Downstream demand for sulfur remained reasonably steady.

Market outlook

Bromine prices have recently trended lower, while upstream sulfur prices have remained firm. Although bromine supply is gradually recovering, downstream buyers are largely purchasing on an "as-needed" basis; consequently, market sentiment remains cautious and wait-and-see. The overall trading atmosphere is sluggish, reflecting an ongoing tug-of-war between supply and demand. In summary, bromine prices are expected to continue trending weakly in the near term, with specific price movements contingent upon downstream market demand.

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