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Introduction Decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE) holds a significant position within China's flame retardant sector, contributing to technological advancement and economic stability. This article provides an overview of DBDPE's role, its production landscape, and the regulatory challenges it faces. DBDPE in the Chinese Market, Global Impact and Regulatory Challenges: Since its introduction to large-scale production in 2005, DBDPE has played a pivotal role in reshaping...

The MOVER Program – Brazil’s new commitment to sustainability The Brazilian Federal Executive Power has submitted to the National Congress a bill that creates the Green Mobility and Innovation Program (MOVER). The program offers tax incentives for automakers committed to developing low-carbon technologies, such as hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs). In exchange, these companies will be required to invest in...

Following a string of recent house fires, mattresses have been identified as a significant factor in the spread of fires, leading to a growing interest in flame-retarded mattresses. According to South Korea’s National Fire Agency (NFA)’s annual fire statistics report, in 2022, 85 people lost their lives in bedroom fires, and 257 were injured, which is the highest number of casualties...

As modern society continues to advance rapidly, the prevalence of highly flammable materials like plastics poses significant fire risks. Brominated Flame Retardants (BFRs) have emerged as invaluable tools in safeguarding against a plethora of fire hazards that have emerged following technological innovations. Brominated Flame Retardants: Enhancing Safety and Sustainability BFRs are substances that inhibit or slow down the growth of a...

Following the publication of the scientific article “Modified Roll-Type Electrostatic Separator for the Processing of Polymer Mixtures Containing Brominated Flame Retardants” on the Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers (IEEE) Transactions on Industry Applications Journal in May 2023, we took this opportunity to contact Professor Emeritus Lucian Dascalescu to discover more about his and his colleagues’ innovative BFR-related project. We...

Two of the main laws regarding chemical control and safety in South Korea, the Act on Registration, Evaluation of Chemical Substances (K-REACH) [1] and the Chemical Substances Control Act (CCA) [2], have been officially revised after being approved by the Korean National Assembly during the plenary session on 9 January 2024 [3]. The amendments, which include the following: Adjustment of thresholds for registering...

Since its inception in 2019, the India Bromine Platform (IBP) [1], has greatly focused on fostering the bromine ecosystem in India. Its Safety Working Group (SWG), which includes member companies such as Agrocel, Archean, Lanxess, Technochem, Satyesh Brinechem, Solaris Chemtech, Tata Chemicals, the Indian Chemical Council (ICC) and the Nicerglobe platform [2] has been conducting several initiatives dedicated to the safe handling...

Modes of transport are evolving and advancing with new technologies, which are helping us to travel more sustainably, and with less environmental impact. However, these advancements bring with them increasing fire risks, from the flammability of lithium-ion batteries in e-vehicles to the complex network of electrical systems in aircraft. They demand stringent fire safety standards to continue ensure the safety...

With the last months being very positive for the fire safety sector in Brazil, BSEF partner ABICHAMA chased the opportunity and engaged in several activities aimed at raising awareness on the importance of fire protection and strengthening its connections with relevant stakeholders, in view of future cooperation. These included taking part in numerous dedicated events and conferences across the country...