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Track Nitro Benzene Price Index Historical and Forecast
The global Nitro Benzene market experienced mixed trends across major regions in the quarter ending September 2025. In APAC, prices in Japan rose slightly due to balanced domestic production and steady supply, while soft downstream demand and limited export activity constrained upward momentum. North America faced a mild decline in the U.S. market driven by weak offtake from aniline and MDI sectors, coupled with high inventories and competitive imports. Europe, led by Germany and Belgium, saw moderate price increases supported by restocking and steady pharmaceutical and coatings demand. Across regions, production costs remained influenced by benzene feedstock prices, energy charges, and currency movements. Procurement behavior remained cautious with a preference for contractual arrangements, while logistics and trade flows continued to impact landed costs and spot prices. The outlook for the coming quarters is cautiously optimistic, with potential support from seasonal demand, constrained supply, and disciplined production practices.
Introduction
Nitro Benzene is a key intermediate in the production of aniline, dyes, coatings, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. The global market for Nitro Benzene is closely tied to benzene feedstock prices, energy costs, downstream industrial demand, and international trade flows. Price movements in this chemical reflect the balance between production capacity, regional inventories, and consumption patterns in critical end-use sectors.
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This report reviews Nitro Benzene price trends and market dynamics for Q3 2025, providing a detailed global overview, regional analysis, historical quarterly review, production and cost structure insights, procurement outlook, and frequently asked questions. It also highlights how ChemAnalyst equips buyers with real-time market intelligence and decision-making support.
Global Price Overview
Global Nitro Benzene prices showed regional divergence in Q3 2025. APAC markets saw a modest rise in Japan, while China maintained steady pricing despite subdued export demand. North American prices declined slightly, reflecting weak downstream activity and high inventories. European markets experienced moderate price support due to restocking and stable downstream demand in pharmaceutical and coatings applications.
A summary of average quarterly prices is provided in the table below.
| Region | Quarter Ending | Price Index Change QOQ | Average Price USD/MT | Basis/Market Notes |
| ------------------------ | -------------- | ---------------------- | -------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
| Japan (APAC) | Sep 2025 | +5.14% | 1200.33 | FOB Osaka, steady supply |
| China (APAC) | Sep 2025 | -0.XX% | 1130.00 | FOB Shanghai, stable output |
| USA (North America) | Sep 2025 | -3.XX% | 1,078-1,130 | Domestic spot, high inventories |
| Germany/Belgium (Europe) | Sep 2025 | +X.XX% | 1,200-1,220 | Firm spot, restocking, limited imports |
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Regional Analysis
North America
The U.S. Nitro Benzene market declined modestly in Q3 2025. Weak demand from downstream aniline and MDI sectors limited spot buying, while high inventory levels and slow construction activity capped price recovery. Domestic production remained stable, supported by normal operating rates across Gulf Coast plants.
Production costs were slightly lower due to easing benzene feedstock prices and stable energy inputs. Logistic pressures were localized, with inland freight inflation partially offset by stable Gulf Coast shipping rates. The demand outlook remained sluggish across polyurethane intermediates, coatings, and pigments, leading to muted market activity.
Contractual procurement continued to dominate, as downstream buyers preferred fixed-price arrangements over spot purchases amid market uncertainty. Competitive imports added pressure to domestic margins, restricting any significant upside in pricing.
APAC
Japan experienced a 5.14% increase in the Nitro Benzene Price Index during Q3 2025, reflecting balanced domestic supply and steady plant operations. Despite rising prices, muted downstream demand and subdued export activity prevented stronger market gains. Spot prices remained rangebound, supported by adequate port inventories and disciplined production.
In China, Nitro Benzene prices held steady near USD 1,130/MT FOB Shanghai. Domestic production and moderate exports maintained supply balance, while soft downstream pigment demand limited price movement. Mild benzene-driven cost pressures and currency fluctuations impacted landed costs, though energy and freight savings partly offset these risks.
Procurement behavior in APAC remained cautious, with buyers focusing on contractual volumes and selective spot purchases. End-use sectors such as aniline, dyes, coatings, and agrochemicals maintained steady consumption, but broader demand was subdued.
Europe
In Germany and Belgium, the Nitro Benzene Price Index increased modestly in Q3 2025. Price support was driven by restocking activity and stable demand from pharmaceutical and coatings sectors. Spot prices firmed due to tighter local supply and controlled production rates.
Production costs in Western Europe were influenced by firm benzene prices and elevated energy tariffs, though these were partially mitigated by disciplined supply management. Logistics constraints, including inland transport delays, further supported spot pricing across key terminals. Limited imports from Asia added regional supply discipline, strengthening the market.
Demand from agrochemicals remained flat, but seasonal coatings demand provided some additional support. Buyers maintained conservative procurement strategies, balancing inventory management with anticipated demand fluctuations.
Historical Quarterly Review
Nitro Benzene prices have exhibited notable volatility over the past year.
Q4 2024 experienced stability initially, followed by bearish trends in APAC and North America due to weak downstream demand and high inventories. European markets faced moderate declines driven by energy and feedstock price fluctuations.
Q1 2025 saw downward trends in North America, while APAC prices softened in China. Europe experienced modest declines, with subdued demand from coatings, pigments, and automotive intermediates.
Q2 2025 presented relative stability in the U.S. despite a temporary weather-related slowdown at BASF's Louisiana facility, while Germany maintained flat pricing, supported by Asian import availability. China saw minor fluctuations with slight price recovery linked to seasonal agrochemical demand.
Overall, global Nitro Benzene markets have remained sensitive to downstream sector activity, feedstock costs, logistics, and trade flows.
Production and Cost Structure Insights
Nitro Benzene production is closely linked to benzene availability and nitric acid consumption. Cost drivers include benzene feedstock prices, energy expenses, freight and inland transportation, and currency fluctuations.
Benzene feedstock volatility in North America and Europe impacted margins, while mild cost pressure from benzene in Japan influenced regional pricing.
Energy and inland logistics costs remain a secondary but notable factor in delivered prices.
Currency impacts, particularly the Japanese yen, influenced landed costs for import-dependent buyers in APAC.
Plant operating rates were generally stable across regions, with disciplined production practices helping maintain a balance between supply and demand.
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Procurement Outlook
Procurement behavior remained cautious across all regions in Q3 2025. Buyers preferred contractual arrangements to mitigate price volatility, while spot purchases were selective, often guided by inventory levels and expected downstream demand.
In APAC, muted export activity limited aggressive buying, while in North America, high inventories and competitive imports kept procurement measured. Europe saw moderate restocking, mainly in pharmaceutical and coatings sectors, with logistics delays influencing order timing.
Overall, procurement decisions are expected to remain conservative, focusing on optimizing inventory levels and leveraging predictable supply from established producers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Nitro Benzene prices rise in Japan during Q3 2025
Balanced domestic production and steady imports maintained supply, while disciplined production and controlled inventories prevented volatility. Muted downstream demand and limited export opportunities capped stronger price gains.
Why did prices decline in the USA during Q3 2025
Weak demand from aniline and MDI sectors, high inventories, and competitive imports reduced spot buying, leading to a softening in the Price Index. Lower benzene feedstock costs also contributed to modest price corrections.
What factors supported European price increases
Restocking by downstream pharmaceutical and coatings sectors, stable benzene feedstock costs, limited imports from Asia, and logistics delays sustained firm spot offers across Germany and Belgium.
How do energy and freight costs affect Nitro Benzene pricing
Energy tariffs, inland transport, and port handling costs impact delivered prices. In APAC, low energy costs eased production expenses, while inland freight inflation in North America increased delivered cost pressures.
What is the near-term market outlook
The market outlook is cautiously optimistic. Seasonal demand, disciplined production, and controlled supply suggest limited upside potential, while weak downstream demand and competitive imports may continue to restrain rapid price changes.
How ChemAnalyst Supports Buyers
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