In the first half of July 2025, Para Aminophenol prices in the Asian market recorded a significant increase, following a strong upward trend in June. The rise was driven by higher feedstock costs, tight inventories, and robust demand from pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Prices are expected to continue increasing in the second half of July amid forward buying, supply constraints, and stable downstream consumption across key regional markets.
As per ChemAnalyst analysis, Para Aminophenol prices in Asian market went up in the first half of July 2025 and continued the upward trend of June. The increase in Para Aminophenol prices was mainly driven by high feedstock costs, production constraints and strong demand from core downstream sectors. China and India, both key producer and consumer of the region, experienced elevated pricing pressure as cost-side and supply-side pressures intensified.
In China, Para Aminophenol prices surged in June after Nitrobenzene and Phenol prices rose significantly. The continuous increase in upstream costs put tremendous pressure on production margins and manufacturers revised their offers up. Meanwhile supply constraints emerged due to seasonal shutdowns and production delays and inventory levels were low and availability was restricted in the spot market for Para Aminophenol. Several producers adopted a strategic pricing approach as they expected limited production in the coming weeks due to energy related disruptions and summer maintenance.
Adding to the upsurge was improvement in trade and domestic demand for Para Aminophenol due to government stimulus. New orders for Para Aminophenol picked up as procurement activity increased across pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and healthcare segments. Exporters also saw higher inquiries as global buyers with depleting inventories turned to Chinese suppliers for reliable sourcing. Meanwhile the depreciation of US Dollar against Chinese Yuan reduced export profitability and suppliers had to adjust their pricing to maintain their margins.
A similar Para Aminophenol pricing trend was seen in India where Para Aminophenol prices rose due to higher raw material costs and demand. Nitrobenzene and Phenol prices, both heavily dependent on global trends, went up during the month and hence Indian Para Aminophenol manufacturers had to bear higher input costs. Although Para Aminophenol production was stable, the cost pressure forced suppliers to increase prices to remain operational.
India’s manufacturing sector grew the most in over a year, driven by surge in export orders and domestic activity. Pharmaceuticals and healthcare sector continued to maintain strong procurement, reflecting confidence in domestic consumption and international order pipeline. US Dollar slightly appreciated against Indian Rupee making raw material imports costlier and adding to the inflationary pressure on local producers.
Across the region, the first half of July has seen firm demand, reduced spot availability, and sustained cost pressures. All these contributed to the upward pricing momentum for Para Aminophenol.
According to market sources, Para Aminophenol prices will continue to go up in Asia in 2nd half of July. Buyers are booking forward contracts and short-term supply momentum is tight. Prices will go up further due to strong demand and low production from some industrial zones due to energy supply constraints. Demand from end user industries will continue to rise and manufacturers will keep production under control to balance supply and prevent oversupply, so prices will continue to rise for the rest of the month.
