Chlorobenzene Market Overview

Chlorobenzene is a colourless aromatic compound that is widely used as an intermediate in the manufacture of other chemicals. Chlorobenzene is manufactured by the chlorination of benzene in the presence of a catalyst. It is also used in the manufacture of herbicides and pesticides.

In terms of chlorobenzene demand by types, monochlorobenzene dominates the market. Monochlorobenzene is used in specialty chemicals, ether & phenylphenols, sulfone polymers nitrochlorobenzene, diphenol and solvents. It is also used in the manufacture of rubber chemicals, agriculture chemicals, dyes, antioxidants, pigments, etc.

In terms of demand by application, Nitrochlorobenzene dominates the chlorobenzene market. It is used as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pigments, pesticides, rubber processing chemicals, organic chemicals and in other pharmaceutical applications.

Chlorobenzene Region Analysis:

Asia Pacific is the largest market for chlorobenzene, with China accounting for more than 60% of the total demand. With growing chemical manufacture, pharmaceutical industries, and increasing application as solvent in processes to produce rubber products, pesticides, resins, in countries, such as China, India, and Japan, the usage of chlorobenzene has been increasing in the region. The pharmaceutical industry in the APAC region, especially in India is one of the major factors boosting the chlorobenzene market in the region. India is the third largest producer of pharmaceuticals across the globe and has the maximum number of FDA approved plants outside of the United States.

Key Chlorobenzene Manufacturers

• Arkema SA
• Henan Kaipu Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Bayer AG
• Kureha Corporation
• PPG Industries, Inc.
• Jinhua Chemical (Group) Corporation
• Nanjing Chemical Industry Co. Ltd
• Solutia, Inc.
• Tianjin Bohai Chemical Co. Ltd

Chlorobenzene Demand Analysis: Increasing demand for chemicals from the end-use industries

The increasing demand for chlorobenzene for the manufacture of various chemicals will drive the market in the forecast period. Chlorobenzene is used for the manufacture of diphenyl oxide and nitrochlorobenzene which has numerous applications in the manufacture of polymers, rubbers, resins, etc. The increasing consumption of rubber will boost the demand for chlorobenzene in the upcoming years.

Rising awareness of eco-friendly fertilizers

Monochlorobenzene is used to manufacture p-nitrochlorobenzene which then reacts with diphenyl oxide for the manufacture of pesticides and fertilizers. It is use as a fertilizer which has a high rate of productivity, but these fertilizers have an adverse effect on the human health and environment. Excessive exposure to the harmful gases of these chemicals may cause anaemia, damage to the lungs, kidneys and liver.

The health of the people working in agricultural fields is at a potential risk due to the exposure to these harmful gases. The rising awareness towards the health, hygiene and adverse effects of these petroleum based fertilizers is shifting the focus of the farmers towards organic fertilizers. Organic farming uses animal manure, animal waste and vegetable matter and avoids the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The increasing use of bio-based fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture activities will hinder the chlorobenzene market in the forecast period.

Health impacts of exposure to chlorobenzene

The health impacts caused due to the exposure of chlorobenzene might hinder the market growth in the forecast period. Chlorobenzene can cause serious irritation to the skin, eyes and can cause discomfort to the respiratory system if inhaled. Chlorobenzene is used as a chemical intermediate or as a heat transfer medium, when released into the air, it may build up over the years and can cause discomfort to the exposed living beings.