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United StatesIn the first quarter of 2025, the Aniline prices turned bearish, with prices in Belgium (FD Antwerp) dropping sharply to USD 1,465/MT, marking a 7.8% decline. The Lunar New Year holiday in China led to temporary plant shutdowns, reducing production and lowering demand. This slowdown extended into China’s market, where excess inventory and a decline in feedstock costs further contributed to the bearish sentiment.
Additionally, a global reduction in freight costs and improved logistics efficiency led to smoother supply chains, further easing price pressures. However, steady demand from packaging and insulation materials prevented a more drastic downturn in Aniline prices.
In Q4 2024, the Aniline market in Belgium (FD Antwerp) experienced a slightly bearish phase, with prices slipping to USD 1,590/MT, reflecting a 0.6% decline. This downturn was largely due to year-end destocking, as buyers reduced purchases to optimize inventory. The construction sector slowed amid seasonal downturns, while the packaging industry maintained stable but restrained demand.
China’s market followed a similar trend, with improved raw material supply and lower freight disruptions helping to stabilize prices. Additionally, softening energy costs and increased domestic production prevented any significant price spikes, maintaining a cautious market sentiment.
In Q3 2024, the Aniline market in Belgium (FD Antwerp) witnessed a bullish trend, with prices surging to USD 1,600/MT, marking a 6% increase from the previous quarter. This price hike was primarily driven by strong demand from the construction and packaging industries, as infrastructure projects and industrial activities gained momentum post-summer.
In China, a similar upward trend was observed, fuelled by increased consumption in manufacturing and urban development. Additionally, rising Benzene prices and higher production costs kept the market bullish. Supply chain constraints, including container shortages and elevated freight rates, further tightened availability, adding to the price pressure across major regions.
In the second quarter of 2024, Aniline prices in Belgium (FD Antwerp) increased to USD 1510/MT, reflecting a positive trend of 2.26% from Q1. This rise can be attributed to sustained demand from both the Packaging and Construction sectors. During this period, there was a 7.4% increase in container port volumes and a 10.4% rise in containership supply, which contributed to higher freight rates and exacerbated the bullish market trend.
Congestion at major ports in Asia, equipment shortages, and rerouting issues further strained the supply chain, leading to significant price increases. The ongoing demand pressure and logistics challenges were key factors driving the higher prices in this quarter.
In the first quarter of 2024, the global Aniline market saw a notable rise in prices, particularly in Belgium (FD Antwerp) where prices reported at USD 1476.7/MT, marking an increase of 5.73% from the previous quarter. This upward trend was largely influenced by the strong demand from key sectors like Packaging and Construction, alongside rising feedstock prices.
The resurgence of the Construction industry further fuelled Aniline demand, while increased Packaging needs during the Lunar New Year drove up production and distribution volumes. Supply chain disruptions, including factory closures and elevated freight rates, contributed to the upward pressure on prices, with a 2% rise in global capacity utilization compared to 2023 adding to the market strain.
In Q1 2025, Indian Aniline prices (Ex-Bharuch) fell to USD 1470/MT, a fall of 4.5% from Q4 2024. Better quality feedstock supply of Benzene from overseas brought down the input cost. Reduced oil prices on a global basis helped in less stringent energy and production costs. Better trade flow and lower tariff on some of the chemical imports through the USA also helped release market pressure.
During Q4 2024, Aniline prices in India (Ex-Bharuch) dropped steeply to USD 1540/MT, a decline of 13%. There was a healthy supply in the global Benzene market, cutting feedstock costs. Crude oil prices dipped as geopolitical tensions eased, reducing overall energy costs. The lifting of temporary freight surcharges on US trade route shipments also boosted the falling price trend.
During Q3 2024, Indian Aniline prices (Ex-Bharuch) reduced to USD 1770/MT, down by 8.8% compared to the last quarter. Benzene prices weakened because of better global availability and a decline in crude oil prices. Reduced international energy prices relaxed production costs for local producers. Transport costs also reduced as logistics and port operations stabilized on major routes, including those related to the USA.
In Q2 2024, Indian Aniline prices (Ex-Bharuch) went up again to USD 1940/MT, a 9% increase from Q1. This was primarily due to tight Benzene supply as some local suppliers experienced production slowdowns. Global oil prices were firm during this time, maintaining energy prices at a high level. In addition to that, port congestion and freight delays on major US trade routes led to higher transportation costs.
In Q1 2024, Indian Aniline prices (Ex-Bharuch) increased to USD 1780/MT, a 6.6% increase over the last quarter. The increase was based on an uptrend in Benzene feedstock prices because of stable international crude oil prices. Higher energy prices in the country also contributed to an overall increase in production costs. Higher domestic transport charges also added to the general increase in Aniline prices.
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Aniline is an aromatic amine with a versatile range of applications. It is primarily used as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and rubber chemicals. Its key role in manufacturing polyurethane, herbicides, and antioxidants highlights its importance in various industrial processes. Aniline's properties make it essential for producing a wide array of chemical products.
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Ex-Location: This incoterm refers to a shipping agreement where the seller makes the goods available at their premises, and the buyer is responsible for all transportation costs, including shipping, insurance, and any other fees.
CIF: CIF refers to the Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) terms for goods. Under CIF terms, the seller is responsible for the cost of goods, insurance, and freight charges until the goods reach the port of destination.
FD: FD stands for Free Delivered where the seller takes full responsibility for delivering goods to the location/port. This ensures the buyer receives the goods at the designated port with all necessary costs, except import duties, covered.
FOB: FOB refers to the Free On-Board shipping term, where the seller is responsible for the cost and risk of delivering the goods to the port. Once the goods are on board the vessel, the responsibility shifts to the buyer for all costs, including shipping and insurance.
| Product | Indexes | Data | |
| Inspection Result | |||
| Aniline | Appearance | Colorless, oily, yellowish, transparent liquid, tending to be darker after being stocked. | |
| S. No. | Test Item | Standard | Result |
| 1 | Purity % ≥ | 99.90% | 99.95% |
| 2 | Nitrobenzene%≤ | 0.01 | 0.005 |
| 3 | Moisture %≤ | 0.30 | 0.05 |
| 4 | Freezing Point ℃ ≥ | -6.4 | -6.0 |
| 5 | APHA Value ≤ | 60 | 40 |
Applications
Aniline is primarily used as a key intermediate in the production of various chemicals. It serves as a crucial building block for creating substances such as dyes, rubber chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Aniline is also used to produce products like polyurethane, herbicides, and antioxidants. Its versatility makes it essential in the manufacturing of these diverse and important chemicals.
Aniline pricing is impacted by various factors, including fluctuations in raw material costs such as benzene and nitric acid, which are essential for its production. Additionally, global supply-demand dynamics, production capacities in key regions like China, changes in crude oil prices (which affect feedstock availability), transportation costs, and environmental regulations can also influence pricing. Seasonal demand fluctuations from industries such as rubber, dyes, and pharmaceuticals, as well as geopolitical events affecting trade, play significant roles in pricing trends.
Supply chain disruptions, particularly in major production hubs like China and Europe, can significantly impact aniline prices. Shortages of raw materials, logistical bottlenecks, or increased tariffs can lead to price surges. Additionally, regional factors such as production facility outages, stricter environmental regulations, and availability of feedstocks like benzene in specific regions can cause price variations. For instance, procurement heads may notice higher prices in regions with limited local production capacity, leading to higher import dependence.
Aniline prices differ significantly across regions due to variances in production capacities, raw material access, and transportation costs. For example, Asia, particularly China, is a major producer of aniline and often has more competitive pricing compared to regions like Europe, where stricter regulations and higher production costs drive prices up. Procurement teams can benefit by monitoring regional price trends and diversifying their sourcing strategies, potentially reducing costs by sourcing from lower-priced markets, depending on logistical feasibility and supplier reliability.
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