Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

• The market for titanium ore (ilmenite) has been weak, with prices for small and medium manufacturers around $311-$314 per ton, and 38-grade titanium ore (excluding tax) around $224-$231 per ton.
• Imported titanium ore prices remain steady, with Mozambique titanium ore priced at around $368 per ton and Kenyan 47%-49% grade ore priced at around $362 per ton. The supply of imported titanium ore remains tight, and domestic signing is cautious.
• The high titanium slag market is weak, with prices around $831-$839 per ton. Production costs are high, and enterprises are running at a loss, leading to reduced production and weak market conditions.
• Titanium tetrachloride prices are stable at around $857-$914 per ton. The price of liquid chlorine is fluctuating, and high raw material prices are putting production pressure on titanium tetrachloride manufacturers.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends