Global Benzene Price Trends & Updates – 2026

Benzene Price Chart data for August 2026 shows mixed regional movement, with prices rising across Northeast Asia, Europe, India, Southeast Asia, and North America, while South America and the Middle East recorded declines. The strongest reported increase was in India at 14.7%, followed by Northeast Asia at 12.6% and Europe at 9.9%. Since the supplied dataset reports August movements rather than a Q1-to-Q2 comparison, a verified overall Q2 percentage change cannot be calculated without adding unsupported data. Buyers can review the Benzene Price Forecast 2026 for further pricing analysis. According to IMARC Group’s August 2026 price-tracking database and methodology, regional differences reflect feedstock costs, refinery operations, downstream demand, inventories, freight, and trade flows.

Benzene Prices August 2026: Regional Price Snapshot

• Northeast Asia: USD 1.16/Kg, up 12.6%
• Europe: USD 1.22/Kg, up 9.9%
• India: USD 1.09/Kg, up 14.7%
• South America: USD 0.57/Kg, down 17.4%
• Middle East: USD 0.97/Kg, down 5.8%
• Southeast Asia: USD 1.00/Kg, up 6.4%
• North America: USD 0.90/Kg, up 2.3%

The regional spread ranges from USD 0.57/Kg in South America to USD 1.22/Kg in Europe, indicating a wide difference in pricing conditions. India recorded the strongest upward movement, while South America experienced the sharpest decline. Northeast Asia and Europe also showed firm gains, whereas the Middle East moved lower. Southeast Asia and North America posted moderate increases. The divergence points to differences in feedstock availability, refinery economics, downstream consumption, inventories, freight costs, and regional trade balances.

Regional Benzene Price Analysis August 2026: North America, Asia-Pacific And South America

North America Benzene Prices: USA

North America recorded USD 0.90/Kg, with prices increasing 2.3%. The moderate gain suggests comparatively limited upward pressure relative to India and Northeast Asia. Refinery operating rates, gasoline-related economics, petrochemical demand, and domestic inventories can influence regional availability and purchasing costs.

Asia-Pacific Benzene Prices: Japan, India And China

The Asia-Pacific benchmark showed mixed but generally firm conditions. Northeast Asia reached USD 1.16/Kg, up 12.6%, while India reached USD 1.09/Kg, up 14.7%. Southeast Asia stood at USD 1.00/Kg, increasing 6.4%. China and Japan were not separately reported in the supplied dataset, so individual country prices are not estimated.

South America Benzene Prices: Brazil

South America recorded USD 0.57/Kg, down 17.4%, representing the sharpest decline among the reported regions. The movement may indicate softer regional purchasing conditions or improved availability, although the supplied data does not identify a specific cause. Brazil-specific pricing is not separately provided.

Benzene Supply And Demand Overview – August 2026

Benzene demand is closely connected to downstream products such as styrene, phenol, cyclohexane, aniline, and other aromatic chemicals. Changes in construction, automotive production, plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, and consumer manufacturing can therefore influence purchasing requirements.

Supply depends heavily on refinery and aromatics production, operating rates, feedstock availability, inventories, and international trade. Regional disruptions can quickly affect local balances because benzene is traded internationally.

In August, the mixed regional movements suggest that supply-demand conditions were not uniform. Stronger pricing in India and Northeast Asia contrasted with declines in South America and the Middle East, highlighting the importance of location-specific procurement analysis.

Benzene Price Index & Historical Analysis: What August 2026 Shows

The Benzene Price Index provides a useful framework for tracking price movements across key producing and consuming regions. August 2026 data shows significant divergence, with reported prices ranging from USD 0.57/Kg in South America to USD 1.22/Kg in Europe.

The supplied figures provide monthly movement percentages but do not include a comparable prior-quarter index. Therefore, a precise August-versus-Q2 percentage change cannot be calculated without introducing unsupported information. Historical analysis should compare monthly benchmarks with refinery utilization, inventories, feedstock economics, freight, and downstream demand.

A Benzene price history chart can help procurement teams identify recurring movements, evaluate supplier quotations, and assess whether short-term regional changes are consistent with longer-term pricing patterns.

Benzene Price Forecast 2026: Next 12 Months

Over the next 12 months, benzene prices are likely to remain sensitive to crude oil and naphtha economics, refinery operating rates, aromatics production, and downstream demand. Strong consumption from styrene, phenol, nylon-related chemicals, and other derivatives could support purchasing requirements.

Higher refinery outages, tighter inventories, stronger freight costs, or limited regional supply could create upward pressure. Conversely, weaker industrial activity, higher production availability, or softer derivative demand could reduce price pressure.

The Benzene price forecast 2026 should therefore be assessed using multiple scenarios. Buyers should monitor feedstock costs, refinery utilization, inventory levels, downstream operating rates, imports, exports, and freight when developing purchasing plans.

Key Factors Affecting Benzene Prices: Monthly Perspective

Several variables can influence benzene prices from month to month:

• Crude oil and naphtha costs: Feedstock economics influence refinery and aromatics production costs.
• Refinery operating rates: Changes in refinery utilization can alter benzene availability.
• Downstream demand: Styrene, phenol, cyclohexane, and other derivatives affect consumption.
• Energy costs: Higher operating expenses can influence production economics.
• Freight rates: Transportation costs affect regional arbitrage and delivered prices.
• Inventory levels: Tight stocks can strengthen buying interest, while higher inventories may reduce price pressure.
• Trade flows: Import and export activity can shift regional supply balances.
• Production disruptions: Maintenance or unexpected outages can quickly tighten availability.

What Is Benzene And Where Is It Used?

Benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon and an important industrial chemical feedstock. It is mainly used to manufacture products such as styrene, phenol, cyclohexane, aniline, and other chemical intermediates.

These derivatives are used in plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, coatings, adhesives, automotive components, and other industrial applications. Benzene pricing is influenced by its feedstock costs, refinery production, downstream demand, inventory conditions, and regional trade.

Benzene Price Developments In August 2026

The key development in the supplied August data was the clear regional divergence. India recorded the strongest increase at 14.7%, followed by Northeast Asia at 12.6% and Europe at 9.9%. Southeast Asia and North America also moved higher, while South America declined 17.4% and the Middle East fell 5.8%.

The supplied dataset does not identify specific capacity additions, shutdowns, individual supplier announcements, or confirmed trade-policy developments. Therefore, no company-specific or capacity claim is added. The regional divergence remains the clearest verified signal for procurement teams.

FAQs About Benzene Prices August 2026

What Was the Highest Benzene Price in August 2026?

Europe recorded the highest reported August 2026 price at USD 1.22/Kg, followed by Northeast Asia at USD 1.16/Kg. South America recorded the lowest reported price at USD 0.57/Kg.

What Does the Benzene Price Index Show in August 2026?

The Benzene Price Index data shows significant regional divergence, with several regions recording increases while South America and the Middle East declined. India posted the strongest reported increase at 14.7%.

Where Can I Find the Benzene Price Chart for August 2026?

The Benzene Price Chart is available through IMARC Group’s benzene pricing resource. It can help buyers compare regional benchmarks and evaluate historical pricing information for procurement planning.

How IMARC Group Helps with Benzene Pricing

IMARC Group provides structured benzene pricing data to help procurement teams compare regional benchmarks and understand pricing differences. Its monthly and historical information supports budgeting, supplier negotiations, sourcing decisions, and cost planning. August 2026 data show strong regional divergence, with several regions moving higher while others declined. Going forward, buyers should monitor refinery operations, feedstock costs, downstream demand, inventories, freight, and trade flows when planning purchases.

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