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Nitrochlorobenzene Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Supply Demand Analysis, Historical Prices, Latest News & Market Insights
Written ByUdeesha Tomar
Nitrochlorobenzene Price Trend Q1 2024
Asia
In the first quarter of 2024, the market momentum of nitrochlorobenzene oscillated through most of the Asian countries, with Japan registering the most remarkable fluctuations. In China, domestic production was halted in view of the Chinese New Year holidays, which in turn reduced its exporting capacity, creating a supply deficit in the market during the initial phase of the quarter. However, as the quarter progressed, the demand for the commodity slumped, and the tone of the market turned bearish. Further, after the early gains, the feedstock prices also declined, reducing the cost of production and, in turn, pushing the nitrochlorobenzene prices towards the lower end of the spectrum.
Europe
The European countries noticed frail activities in the nitrochlorobenzene market during Q1’24. The Jan-Mar quarter witnessed quite a shrinkage as the cost of benzene declined, reflected well in the southward turn of the nitrochlorobenzene prices. The ill consequences of the downturn of agrochemicals, dyes, and other related industries further contributed to this trend of nitrochlorobenzene prices. Further, the consumers also looked hesitant as rising rates of interest and inflation amid strict policies adopted by the banking sector lowered their confidence.
North America
The price trajectory of nitrochlorobenzene in North America resembled that of Asian and European countries. The growth of inventories outpaced both domestic and overseas demand for the commodity, due to which the trading and manufacturing sectors had to resort to strict measures in order to keep the market momentum afloat. The low prices of petrochemical commodities and a steep decline in the number of inquiries further dampened the overall situation of the market. This trend was further accelerated by the high interest rates and tightening of export chains.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of Nitro chlorobenzene is expected to attain a stagnancy in the first quarter as the market is likely to be favored by the surge in cost of feedstock materials and improvement in downstream demand as the summer months approaches.
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About Nitrochlorobenzene
Nitrochlorobenzene exists in three isomeric forms: ortho, meta, and para, distinguished by the positions of the nitro and chloro groups on the benzene ring. It is a pale yellow crystalline solid with a distinct odor, known for its moderate solubility in water and high solubility in organic solvents. This compound is a key intermediate in industrial chemistry, utilized in the production of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, rubber additives, and explosives. Its chemical reactivity and ability to undergo further transformations make it invaluable in synthesizing a wide range of products despite its hazardous nature.
Nitrochlorobenzene Product Detail
Chemical Formula
C6H4ClNO2
Cas Number
88-73-3
Molecular Weight
157.55 g/mol
Industrial Uses
Dye and pigment manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Rubber Chemicals, Solvents and Chemical Intermediates
Supplier Database
Nitro Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., T.N.C. Industrial Co. Ltd, Hubei Xufei Chemical Co. Ltd., Jiangsu Tailida Group, Nobel NC, Synthesia A.S.
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Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
Europe
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
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Nitrochlorobenzene Production Process
- Production Process by Nitration of Chlorobenzene: This simple synthesis requires nitration of chlorobenzene with the help of nitric acid in order to produce isomers of nitro chlorobenzene. The mixtures are then separated via fractional distillation to obtain the desired product.
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