Benzoyl chloride

Market Intelligence Report on Benzoyl Chloride and p-Chlorobenzoyl Chloride (Recent Commodity Market Dynamics)

I. Market Price Dynamics
1. Benzoyl Chloride (Purity ≥ 99%)
- Quotations as of June 26, 2026:
Zhongsu Supply Chain Management (Shandong) Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,200/ton (Jinan City, Shandong Province)
Shanghai Hanyang Chemical Products Co., Ltd.: RMB 5,700/ton (Shanghai Municipality; origin: Shandong Province)
Qingdao Shengze Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 5,700/ton (Jiangsu Province; origin: Shandong Province)
Shandong Zhihengda Import & Export Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,600/ton (Shandong Province)
Shandong Hongyang Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,800/ton (Shandong Province)
Shandong Qiangsen Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,200/ton (Zibo City, Shandong Province)
Shandong Aite Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,800/ton (Shandong Province)
Shandong Layaa Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 6,900/ton (Zibo City, Shandong Province)
Shandong Xima Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd.: RMB 7,000/ton (Zibo City, Shandong Province; industrial grade, 99% purity)
- Quotations as of June 16, 2026:
Wuhan City, Hubei Province: RMB 7,200/ton (Wuhan Baiyite Chemical Co., Ltd.; purity ≥ 99%)
Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province: RMB 7,600/ton (domestically produced; pesticide grade; ≥ 99% purity)
Jinan City, Shandong Province: RMB 7,900/ton (domestically produced; 99% purity)
Zibo City, Shandong Province: RMB 7,200/ton (Shandong origin; industrial grade)
Zibo City, Shandong Province: RMB 7,000/ton (Shandong origin; industrial grade, 99% purity)
Zibo City, Shandong Province: RMB 6,900/ton (Shandong Zibo origin; conforming to national standards)
Liaocheng City, Shandong Province: RMB 5,900/ton (Jinxinda Chemical Co., Ltd.; national standard)
Shandong Province (general): RMB 7,800/ton (domestically produced; purity > 99%)
Shandong Province (general): RMB 9,000/ton (Shandong origin; industrial grade)
Shandong Province (general): RMB 5,700/ton (Jiangsu origin; premium quality)
Shanghai Municipality: RMB 5,700/ton (Shandong origin; 99% purity)

2. p-Chlorobenzoyl Chloride (Purity ≥ 99%)
- Quotations as of June 18, 2026:
Jiangsu Province: RMB 26,000/ton (250 kg per drum; 99% purity)
Shandong Province: RMB 21,000/ton (99.9% purity)
Jiangsu XinSu New Materials Co., Ltd.: RMB 10,500/ton (250 kg per drum; 99% purity; brand: XinSu)
Shandong Xima Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd.: RMB 20,000/ton (purity > 99%; domestically produced brand)

II. Market Analysis & Assessment
1. Price Volatility
Significant regional price variation exists for benzoyl chloride, particularly within Shandong Province—quotations across cities and enterprises range from RMB 5,700 to RMB 9,000 per ton.
Similarly, regional price differences are evident for p-chlorobenzoyl chloride, with quotations in Jiangsu Province generally exceeding those in Shandong Province; inter-enterprise quotation disparities remain substantial.
No sharp price fluctuations have occurred recently; however, historical volatility warrants attention—for instance, in December 2024, p-chlorobenzoyl chloride prices plunged by 53.06% over a four-week period.

2. Supply-Demand Relationship
As a key organic synthesis intermediate, benzoyl chloride is widely used in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and other sectors, sustaining stable demand.
With increased R&D investment in novel pharmaceuticals requiring specialty intermediates—and growing demand in the agrochemical industry for highly efficient, low-toxicity products—the market size for benzoyl chloride is expected to expand continuously.
Demand for p-chlorobenzoyl chloride is also trending upward, especially for high-end, high-purity grades.

3. Competitive Landscape
The benzoyl chloride market features intense competition, with numerous domestic producers—including Jiangsu Wanlong Chemical Co., Ltd. and BeiLi Technology—as well as international players such as Gujarat Industrial Chemicals Limited.
The p-chlorobenzoyl chloride market likewise comprises multiple producers, resulting in a relatively fragmented competitive structure.

III. Market Outlook
1. Price Trend
Benzoyl chloride prices are projected to remain stable in the short term; however, close monitoring of raw material cost fluctuations and supply-demand dynamics is advised.
p-Chlorobenzoyl chloride prices are expected to fluctuate moderately in the near term due to regional pricing discrepancies and competitive pressures—but overall stability is anticipated.

2. Market Demand
Driven by continued growth in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, demand for benzoyl chloride is poised for sustained expansion—particularly for high-end, high-purity product segments.
Demand for p-chlorobenzoyl chloride is likewise forecast to grow steadily, with further application potential emerging in novel agrochemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates.

3. Competitive Landscape
Competition in the benzoyl chloride market is expected to intensify; enterprises must enhance competitiveness through technological innovation and cost optimization.
Similarly, competition in the p-chlorobenzoyl chloride market will likely become more pronounced; companies should closely track evolving market demand and proactively adjust product portfolios and marketing strategies.