Gulf Resources, Inc. is a holding company that produces bromine, crude salt, chemicals, and natural gas. Its Shouguang City Haoyuan Chemical Co., Ltd ("SCHC") primarily produces and distributes bromine and crude salt. Gulf Resources believes it is one of the largest producers of bromine in China. Its Shouguang Yuxin Chemical Industry Co., Ltd ("SYCI"), has produced chemical products used pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, papermaking, and other industries. Gulf Resources is currently constructing a new factory for SYCI. Until it is opened, SYCI is not producing any products. The Daying County Haoyuan Chemical subsidiary produces natural gas and brine products in Sichuan province. This business is also temporarily closed as Gulf Resources works to meet new environmental regulations.