The global butachlor market is driven by its extensive use as a selective pre-emergence herbicide, particularly in rice cultivation and other crops. Butachlor plays a critical role in controlling grassy weeds, improving crop yield, and supporting agricultural productivity.
The market is witnessing steady demand across developing economies due to the growing need for food security, increasing agricultural intensification, and adoption of crop protection chemicals.
The market was valued at USD XX million in 2017 and is projected to reach USD XX million by 2036, growing at a CAGR of XX% during 2025–2036.
Corteva Agriscience (formerly Dow AgroSciences)
Bayer CropScience AG
Syngenta AG
Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Co., Ltd.
Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Co., Ltd.
UPL Limited
Nufarm Limited
Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd.
FMC Corporation
BASF SE
Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Group Co., Ltd.
Shandong Weifang Rainbow Chemical Co., Ltd.
PI Industries Ltd.
Meghmani Organics Ltd.
Hubei Sanonda Co., Ltd.
Corteva: https://www.corteva.com
Bayer CropScience: https://www.cropscience.bayer.com
Syngenta: https://www.syngenta.com
BASF: https://www.basf.com
FMC Corporation: https://www.fmc.com
Nufarm: https://www.nufarm.com
Adama: https://www.adama.com
Technical Grade Butachlor
Raw active ingredient used in formulation
Formulated Butachlor (Commercial Products)
Includes emulsifiable concentrates (EC), granules (GR), and other ready-to-use products
Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
Granules (GR)
Suspension Concentrates (SC)
Microencapsulated Formulations
Rice (Dominant Segment)
Wheat
Barley
Cotton
Peanut
Other Crops (Vegetables, Pulses – Emerging Segment)
Soil Treatment
Foliar Spray
Seed Treatment (Limited Use)
Agriculture (Primary)
Horticulture
Plantation Crops
China and India are the largest consumers
High demand due to extensive rice cultivation
Strong demand in paddy farming regions
Increasing adoption of herbicides due to labor shortages
Major producer and exporter
Large-scale agricultural operations
Significant usage in rice-growing countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia
Limited use due to regulatory restrictions and preference for alternative herbicides
Strict environmental regulations limiting growth
Moderate growth, especially in Brazil
Emerging demand with expansion of agriculture
Threat of New Entrants: Low
High regulatory barriers and approval requirements
Supplier Power: Medium
Dependence on chemical intermediates
Buyer Power: Medium to High
Farmers are price-sensitive
Threat of Substitutes: High
Availability of alternative herbicides
Competitive Rivalry: High
Strong presence of global and generic agrochemical players
Effective weed control in rice cultivation
Widely used and well-established product
Cost-effective herbicide
Environmental and toxicity concerns
Dependence on specific crops (mainly rice)
Growth in emerging agricultural markets
Development of safer and eco-friendly formulations
Increasing mechanization in farming
Regulatory bans and restrictions
Competition from newer herbicides
Climate change affecting crop patterns
Shift toward low-toxicity and environmentally safer herbicides
Increasing demand for pre-emergence weed control solutions
Growth in integrated weed management practices
Rising focus on precision agriculture and optimized chemical usage
Growing global population and food demand
Expansion of agricultural activities in developing countries
Rising adoption of herbicides due to labor shortages
Increasing awareness of crop yield optimization
Stringent environmental regulations
Resistance development in weeds
Volatility in raw material prices
Competition from bio-based herbicides
Raw Material Suppliers
Chemical intermediates and active ingredients
Manufacturers
Production of technical and formulated butachlor
Formulators & Blenders
Development of commercial products
Distributors & Retailers
Agrochemical dealers and supply chains
End Users
Farmers and agricultural enterprises
Market is moderately fragmented
Multinational companies dominate innovation and branding
Regional players compete on cost and distribution
Increasing focus on product differentiation and regulatory compliance
Invest in Safer Formulations: Develop eco-friendly herbicide variants
Expand in Asia-Pacific: Focus on India and Southeast Asia
Strengthen Distribution Networks: Improve rural market penetration
Farmer Education Programs: Promote correct usage and dosage
Diversify Product Portfolio: Reduce dependence on single herbicide
Adopt Digital Agriculture Tools: Improve application efficiency
The butachlor market remains a vital segment within the global agrochemical industry, particularly in rice-producing regions. While regulatory pressures and competition from alternatives pose challenges, continued demand for effective and affordable weed control solutions will sustain market growth.
Companies that emphasize sustainability, innovation, and regional expansion will be best positioned for long-term success.
Table of Contents
Global Butachlor Market Professional Survey Report
1 Industry Overview of Butachlor
1.1 Definition and Specifications of Butachlor
1.1.1 Definition of Butachlor
1.1.2 Specifications of Butachlor
1.2 Classification of Butachlor
1.2.1 Type I
1.2.2 Type II
1.3 Applications of Butachlor
1.3.1 Wheat
1.3.2 Barley
1.3.3 Beet
1.3.4 Cotton
1.3.5 Peanut
1.4 Market Segment by Regions
1.4.1 North America
1.4.2 Europe
1.4.3 China
1.4.4 Japan
1.4.5 Southeast Asia
1.4.6 India
2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Butachlor
2.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
2.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Butachlor
2.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of Butachlor
2.4 Industry Chain Structure of Butachlor
3 Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis of Butachlor
3.1 Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
3.2 Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
3.3 R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
3.4 Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
4 Global Butachlor Overall Market Overview
4.1 -E Overall Market Analysis
4.2 Capacity Analysis
4.2.1 -E Global Butachlor Capacity and Growth Rate Analysis
4.2.2 Butachlor Capacity Analysis (Company Segment)
4.3 Sales Analysis
4.3.1 -E Global Butachlor Sales and Growth Rate Analysis
4.3.2 Butachlor Sales Analysis (Company Segment)
4.4 Sales Price Analysis
4.4.1 -E Global Butachlor Sales Price
4.4.2 Butachlor Sales Price Analysis (Company Segment)
5 Butachlor Regional Market Analysis
5.1 North America Butachlor Market Analysis
5.1.1 North America Butachlor Market Overview
5.1.2 North America -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.1.3 North America -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.1.4 North America Butachlor Market Share Analysis
5.2 Europe Butachlor Market Analysis
5.2.1 Europe Butachlor Market Overview
5.2.2 Europe -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.2.3 Europe -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.2.4 Europe Butachlor Market Share Analysis
5.3 China Butachlor Market Analysis
5.3.1 China Butachlor Market Overview
5.3.2 China -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.3.3 China -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.3.4 China Butachlor Market Share Analysis
5.4 Japan Butachlor Market Analysis
5.4.1 Japan Butachlor Market Overview
5.4.2 Japan -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.4.3 Japan -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.4.4 Japan Butachlor Market Share Analysis
5.5 Southeast Asia Butachlor Market Analysis
5.5.1 Southeast Asia Butachlor Market Overview
5.5.2 Southeast Asia -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.5.3 Southeast Asia -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.5.4 Southeast Asia Butachlor Market Share Analysis
5.6 India Butachlor Market Analysis
5.6.1 India Butachlor Market Overview
5.6.2 India -E Butachlor Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.6.3 India -E Butachlor Sales Price Analysis
5.6.4 India Butachlor Market Share Analysis
6 Global -E Butachlor Segment Market Analysis (by Type)
6.1 Global -E Butachlor Sales by Type
6.2 Different Types of Butachlor Product Interview Price Analysis
6.3 Different Types of Butachlor Product Driving Factors Analysis
6.3.1 Type I Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.2 Type II Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7 Global -E Butachlor Segment Market Analysis (by Application)
7.1 Global -E Butachlor Consumption by Application
7.2 Different Application of Butachlor Product Interview Price Analysis
7.3 Different Application of Butachlor Product Driving Factors Analysis
7.3.1 Wheat of Butachlor Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.2 Barley of Butachlor Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.3 Beet of Butachlor Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.4 Cotton of Butachlor Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.5 Peanut of Butachlor Growth Driving Factor Analysis
8 Major Manufacturers Analysis of Butachlor
8.1 Dow AgroSciences
8.1.1 Company Profile
8.1.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.1.2.1 Product A
8.1.2.2 Product B
8.1.3 Dow AgroSciences Butachlor Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.1.4 Dow AgroSciences Butachlor Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.2 Bayer CropScience
8.2.1 Company Profile
8.2.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.2.2.1 Product A
8.2.2.2 Product B
8.2.3 Bayer CropScience Butachlor Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.2.4 Bayer CropScience Butachlor Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.3 Syngenta
8.3.1 Company Profile
8.3.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.3.2.1 Product A
8.3.2.2 Product B
8.3.3 Syngenta Butachlor Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.3.4 Syngenta Butachlor Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.4 Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals
8.4.1 Company Profile
8.4.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.4.2.1 Product A
8.4.2.2 Product B
8.4.3 Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Butachlor Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.4.4 Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Butachlor Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.5 Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical
8.5.1 Company Profile
8.5.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.5.2.1 Product A
8.5.2.2 Product B
8.5.3 Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Butachlor Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.5.4 Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Butachlor Business Region Distribution Analysis
9 Development Trend of Analysis of Butachlor Market
9.1 Global Butachlor Market Trend Analysis
9.1.1 Global - Butachlor Market Size (Volume and Value) Forecast
9.1.2 Global - Butachlor Sales Price Forecast
9.2 Butachlor Regional Market Trend
9.2.1 North America - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.2.2 Europe - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.2.3 China - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.2.4 Japan - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.2.5 Southeast Asia - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.2.6 India - Butachlor Consumption Forecast
9.3 Butachlor Market Trend (Product Type)
9.4 Butachlor Market Trend (Application)
10 Butachlor Marketing Type Analysis
10.1 Butachlor Regional Marketing Type Analysis
10.2 Butachlor International Trade Type Analysis
10.3 Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Butachlor by Region
10.4 Butachlor Supply Chain Analysis
11 Consumers Analysis of Butachlor
11.1 Consumer 1 Analysis
11.2 Consumer 2 Analysis
11.3 Consumer 3 Analysis
11.4 Consumer 4 Analysis
12 Conclusion of the Global Butachlor Market Professional Survey Report
Methodology
Analyst Introduction
Data Source
List of Tables and Figures
Figure Picture of Butachlor
Table Product Specifications of Butachlor
Table Classification of Butachlor
Figure Global Production Market Share of Butachlor by Type in
Figure Type I Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Type I
Figure Type II Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Type II
Table Applications of Butachlor
Figure Global Consumption Volume Market Share of Butachlor by Application in
Figure Wheat Examples
Table Major Consumers in Wheat
Figure Barley Examples
Table Major Consumers in Barley
Figure Beet Examples
Table Major Consumers in Beet
Figure Cotton Examples
Table Major Consumers in Cotton
Figure Peanut Examples
Table Major Consumers in Peanut
Figure Market Share of Butachlor by Regions
Figure North America Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Figure Europe Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Figure China Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Figure Japan Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Figure Southeast Asia Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Figure India Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) (-)
Table Butachlor Raw Material and Suppliers
Table Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Butachlor in
Figure Manufacturing Process Analysis of Butachlor
Figure Industry Chain Structure of Butachlor
Table Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
Table Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
Table R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
Table Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Butachlor Major Manufacturers in
Table Global Capacity, Sales , Price, Cost, Sales Revenue (M USD) and Gross Margin of Butachlor -E
Figure Global -E Butachlor Market Size (Volume) and Growth Rate
Figure Global -E Butachlor Market Size (Value) and Growth Rate
Table -E Global Butachlor Capacity and Growth Rate
Table Global Butachlor Capacity (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table -E Global Butachlor Sales (K MT) and Growth Rate
Table Global Butachlor Sales (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table -E Global Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Table Global Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT) List (Company Segment)
Figure North America Capacity Overview
Table North America Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure North America -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure North America Butachlor Sales Market Share
Figure Europe Capacity Overview
Table Europe Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure Europe -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Europe Butachlor Sales Market Share
Figure China Capacity Overview
Table China Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure China -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure China Butachlor Sales Market Share
Figure Japan Capacity Overview
Table Japan Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure Japan -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Japan Butachlor Sales Market Share
Figure Southeast Asia Capacity Overview
Table Southeast Asia Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure Southeast Asia -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Southeast Asia Butachlor Sales Market Share
Figure India Capacity Overview
Table India Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Butachlor -E
Figure India -E Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure India Butachlor Sales Market Share
Table Global -E Butachlor Sales (K MT) by Type
Table Different Types Butachlor Product Interview Price
Table Global -E Butachlor Sales (K MT) by Application
Table Different Application Butachlor Product Interview Price
Table Dow AgroSciences Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Dow AgroSciences Butachlor Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Dow AgroSciences Butachlor Business Region Distribution
Table Bayer CropScience Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Bayer CropScience Butachlor Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Bayer CropScience Butachlor Business Region Distribution
Table Syngenta Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Syngenta Butachlor Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Syngenta Butachlor Business Region Distribution
Table Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Butachlor Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Butachlor Business Region Distribution
Table Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Butachlor Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Butachlor Business Region Distribution
Figure Global - Butachlor Market Size (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global - Butachlor Market Size (Million USD) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global - Butachlor Sales Price (USD/MT) Forecast
Figure North America - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure China - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Europe - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Southeast Asia - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Japan - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure India - Butachlor Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Table Global Sales Volume (K MT) of Butachlor by Type -
Table Global Consumption Volume (K MT) of Butachlor by Application -
Table Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Butachlor by Region
Corteva Agriscience (formerly Dow AgroSciences)
Bayer CropScience AG
Syngenta AG
Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals Co., Ltd.
Nantong Jiangshan Agrochemical & Chemical Co., Ltd.
UPL Limited
Nufarm Limited
Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd.
FMC Corporation
BASF SE
Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Group Co., Ltd.
Shandong Weifang Rainbow Chemical Co., Ltd.
PI Industries Ltd.
Meghmani Organics Ltd.
Hubei Sanonda Co., Ltd.
Corteva: https://www.corteva.com
Bayer CropScience: https://www.cropscience.bayer.com
Syngenta: https://www.syngenta.com
BASF: https://www.basf.com
FMC Corporation: https://www.fmc.com
Nufarm: https://www.nufarm.com
Adama: https://www.adama.com
Technical Grade Butachlor
Raw active ingredient used in formulation
Formulated Butachlor (Commercial Products)
Includes emulsifiable concentrates (EC), granules (GR), and other ready-to-use products
Emulsifiable Concentrate (EC)
Granules (GR)
Suspension Concentrates (SC)
Microencapsulated Formulations
Rice (Dominant Segment)
Wheat
Barley
Cotton
Peanut
Other Crops (Vegetables, Pulses – Emerging Segment)
Soil Treatment
Foliar Spray
Seed Treatment (Limited Use)
Agriculture (Primary)
Horticulture
Plantation Crops
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