Aniline Price — China Factory EXW 2026

Aniline price Spec: China national standards;MDI grade;First-grade product

China EXW, VAT excluded

Newest China EXW USD 2,189.99 / MT · VAT excluded +0.4867 (0.00%) as of 20261023

Newest Price 2,189.99

Price Date 20261023

Day's Change +0.49

Day's Range 2,189.99 - 2,190.48

Month's Change -298.57

Month's Range 2,189.99 - 1,891.42

Year's Change +1,171.42

Year's Range 2,189.99 - 1,018.57

The fine chemical derivatives of aniline are fragmented but strategically important for producers seeking to diversify beyond MDI. However, many halogenated and diazo products serv...

Also known as ai3-03053, amino-benzen, Aminobenzene, Aminophen

Opinions

What are the main downstream applications of aniline beyond MDI, and how do they shape demand?

The fine chemical derivatives of aniline are fragmented but strategically important for producers seeking to diversify beyond MDI. However, many halogenated and diazo products serve niche markets with limited scale. For traders, the rubber chemicals segment offers more predictable volume growth tied to tire demand, while dye intermediates are more cyclical and price-sensitive.

How is bio-based aniline production expected to impact the conventional aniline market and MDI cost structure?

Bio-based aniline is still at pilot stage, so near-term market impact is minimal. But the strategic signal is clear: major MDI players are preparing for carbon regulation. For buyers, this could eventually introduce a price premium for low-carbon MDI. For now, watch how EU carbon border adjustments evolve—they may accelerate adoption faster than technical milestones suggest.

Why did aniline prices surge over 85% in early 2021, and what drove the supply crunch?

The 2021 spike highlights how concentrated aniline capacity is—when several plants shut for maintenance simultaneously, the market tightens quickly. Buyers should track plant schedules closely and consider locking in contracts during periods of heavy turnaround activity. Also watch MDI margins, as they are the primary demand anchor for aniline.

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Aniline price context

What drives Aniline prices

What are the main downstream applications of aniline beyond MDI, and how do they shape demand?: The fine chemical derivatives of aniline are fragmented but strategically important for producers seeking to diversify beyond MDI. However, many halogenated and...

How is bio-based aniline production expected to impact the conventional aniline market and MDI cost structure?: Bio-based aniline is still at pilot stage, so near-term market impact is minimal. But the strategic signal is clear: major MDI players are preparing for carbon ...

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Overview

Aniline (CAS 62-53-3) is a colorless, oily liquid with a strong odor and a melting point of -6 °C, boiling point of 184 °C, and moderate water solubility. It is a key organic intermediate, primarily used in the production of MDI, dyes, and rubber chemicals.

Industrial: Main raw material for methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), a precursor to polyurethane.
Dyes & pigments: Historical base for synthetic dyes, such as the first aniline-based dye, mauveine.
Rubber chemicals: Used to manufacture antioxidants and vulcanization accelerators.
Agrochemicals & pharmaceuticals: Serves as an intermediate for pesticides, medicines, and fine chemicals.

China's production is dominated by the nitrobenzene catalytic hydrogenation route, which accounts for most global capacity. The market is structurally oversupplied, with exports exceeding imports, mainly to Europe and Asia. Leading producers integrate upstream benzene and downstream MDI operations to enhance competitiveness.

Key domestic producers:
Wanhua Chemical – largest domestic producer, with integrated MDI production.
BASF – operates significant aniline capacity in China.
Covestro – major producer with local manufacturing sites.
Sinopec – active in aniline production via its refining and chemical arms.

Properties

Name

Aniline

ai3-03053

amino-benzen

Aminobenzene

Aminophen

CAS Number

62-53-3

EINECS No.

200-539-3

Risk Codes

S26;S27;S36/37/39;S45;S46;S61;S63;S36/37;S16

Safety Description

R23/24/25;R40;R41;R43;R48/23/24/25;R50;R68;R48/20/21/22;R39/23/24/25;R11

HS Code

2921410000

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Aniline price Spec: China national standards;MDI grade;First-grade product

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Weekly Outlook for the Aniline Market

The domestic aniline market is trading in a consolidation phase.