Aniline prices in the European market surged in January 2026 as manufacturers were under pressure from rising costs and tight supply. Production remained subdued as manufacturers were cautious, mainly due to increasing feedstock benzene costs and energy prices. Tensions around the world also put upward pressure on the price of crude oil. As the supply was already scarce, these higher costs were passed on to buyers, and pushed the Aniline price. European trade was decent but slow, exports are weak, and intra-EU trade is limited due to high costs and soft demand worldwide. Demand for Aniline remained steady but cautious, with the most support coming from the MDI industry, particularly rigid foam used in insulation and construction. But more moderate buying came as winter weather and the pace of construction slowed. Aniline prices are predicted to decline towards the end of Q1 2026 as demand softens, logistics normalise, and production costs ease with improved benzene supply and cracker operations.
