Bromine Derivatives
Value added bromine derivatives synthesized for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and speciality chemical applications worldwide.
Bromine Derivatives
Archean Chemical Industries Limited, through its subsidiary Acume Chemicals Private Limited, manufactures a portfolio of bromine derivatives and speciality compounds. Acume is engaged in the business of manufacturing and marketing speciality chemicals, including bromine derivatives, marine chemicals and allied products.
Acume’s bromine derivatives serve customers across the oil and gas, pharmaceutical intermediates, and agrochemical precursor segments, both in domestic and international markets. The portfolio spans Flame Retardants, Biocides, Pharma Intermediates, Speciality Compounds, Clear Brine Fluids (CBF), and PTA synthesis catalysts, with CBF and PTA manufactured at Acume’s bromine derivatives facility with a capacity of 28,000 MTPA, with Phase 1 commissioned in 2024.
During FY 2025-26, Acume launched 5 inorganic derivatives and 1 organic derivative, and its key products received Global Approvals at Global MNCs in the Oil and Gas and Agrochemical industries. One of its inorganic bromides also received approval for use in batteries, opening newer opportunities in energy storage.
Revenues from the bromine derivatives business grew by 202% during the year, underlining strong traction in value-added products. Acume also received Integrated Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditation for its site and is pursuing the chemical industry’s Responsible Care certification.
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FLAME RETARDANTS
Bromine-based flame-retardant compounds at 51,000 metric tons per annum organic bromide capacity. Serves polymer, electronics, textile, and construction material manufacturers delivering superior fire suppression performance and environmental compliance globally.
BIOCIDES
Bromine-based biocide compounds serving pharmaceutical, agrochemical, industrial water treatment, and specialized chemical applications. Delivers antimicrobial and antifungal performance meeting stringent regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical and agrochemical customer applications.
PHARMA INTERMEDIATES
Pharmaceutical intermediate compounds including alkyl bromides, acyl bromides, and alpha- bromo carboxylic acids. Enables synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialized medical compounds meeting stringent pharmaceutical quality standards for global manufacturers.
SPECIALITY COMPOUNDS
Specialized bromine compounds for high-value industrial and chemical applications requiring customised chemistry solutions. Addresses unique requirements in electronics manufacturing, speciality chemical synthesis, and advanced material applications globally.
CLEAR BRINE FLUID (CBF)
Clear brine fluid products derived from bromine chemistry serving oil and gas well completion and workover operations. Provides optimal density management, thermal stability, and chemical compatibility for deepwater and high-pressure well completion applications.
PURIFIED TEREPHTHALIC ACID (PTA)
Purified terephthalic acid intermediate products serving polyester resin manufacturing and speciality polymer applications. Serves as a critical intermediate for polyester production, enabling the manufacturing of polyester fibers, films, and engineering plastics globally.
Composition & Characteristics
Bromine derivatives are compounds synthesized from elemental bromine, replacing hydrogen atoms in organic molecules or forming ionic complexes with metals and anions. Each derivative exhibits unique chemical properties enabling specific applications in pharmaceutical synthesis, clear brine formulations, flame retardant chemistry, and electrochemical systems. Purity and consistency are critical for downstream applications where even trace impurities compromise product performance.
| PROPERTY | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Primary Derivatives | NaBr, CaBr₂, ZnBr₂, PBr₃ |
| Flame Retardant Compounds | Brominated organics |
| Molecular Weight Range | 102.9 to 337 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystals/liquids |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water/organic solvents |
| Hazard Class | Varies by derivative (6-8) |
| Purity (min) | 99% to 99.99% |
| Packaging | Drums, containers, custom vessels |
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What Our Products Offer
Inorganic Bromide Capacity
33,000 metric tons per annum production supporting sodium bromide, calcium bromide, and zinc bromide derivatives
Organic Bromide Capacity
51,000 metric tons per annum for flame retardants, alkyl bromides, acyl bromides, and speciality organic compounds — enabling rapid formulation and efficient chemical reactions across diverse applications.
High-Purity Synthesis
Chemical purity 99.99 percent, ensuring reliable performance in pharmaceutical and speciality applications
Pharmaceutical Grade Quality
Products meet stringent pharmaceutical quality standards for active ingredient synthesis and medical applications
Versatile Chemistry Platform
Bromine derivative chemistry enables diverse product applications, from flame retardants to pharmaceutical intermediates
Advanced R&D Facilities
Dedicated research laboratories equipped with pilot production and analytical capabilities for product innovation
Global Market Applications
Products serve pharmaceutical, agrochemical, oil and gas, speciality chemicals, and polymer manufacturing industries globally
Regulatory Compliance
All products meet international regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical, agricultural, and industrial applications
End Application
Pharmaceuticals
Bromine intermediates for API synthesis, pharmaceutical chemical reactions, and halogenation chemistry enabling drug development across oncology, cardiovascular, infectious disease, and CNS therapeutics.
Specialty Chemicals
Bromine derivatives for flame retardant chemistry protecting polymers and electronics, catalytic applications, and agrochemical precursor synthesis.
Energy Storage
High-purity bromine compounds and zinc-bromide electrolytes for redox flow battery systems enabling grid-scale renewable energy storage.
- Pharmaceuticals
- Specialty Chemicals
- Energy Storage
Pharmaceutical
Electronics & plastics manufacturers (flame retardants)
Water treatment and oilfield service
PRODUCT DATA
| Parameter | Test Method | Pharma Grade | Industrial Grade | Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine Content (%) | Titration | 99.99% min | 99.5% min | USP/EP/BP |
| Chloride (ppm) | IC Analysis | 60 max | 200 max | Pharma Standard |
| Water Content (ppm) | Karl Fischer | 1000 max | 1500 max | GMP Standard |
| Iron (ppm) | ICP-AES | 2.0 max | 4.0 max | ISO Method |
| Organic Impurity (ppm) | GC Analysis | 50 max | 100 max | EP Grade |
| Density (g/cm³) | Pycnometer | Per specification | Per specification | In-house Method |
| Appearance | Visual | Off-white crystals | Off-white to light color | Quality Standard |
| Non-Volatile Residue (%) | Gravimetric | 0.01 max | 0.02 max | ISO Standard |
QUALITY ASSURED
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental
ISO 45001:2018
Safety
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