In Q1 2025, prices of Industrial Grade (>99%) Ortho Nitro Chloro Benzene, CIF Shanghai, continued to rise, reaching around USD 670/MT, showing a 3.15% increase from Q4 2024. The beginning of the year saw active procurement from downstream industries in China, particularly for seasonal production runs in dyes and agrochemicals. Additionally, logistical delays and ongoing global shipping challenges kept supply slightly tight. Despite stable feedstock availability, producers opted for cautious inventory management to avoid oversupply, maintaining a firm market sentiment.


