China’s TiO₂ Producers Raise Prices by $100 Amid Surging Ilmenite and Sulfuric Acid Costs 2025-11-21 to 2025-11-28

Market Report

 

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis

  • China’s TiO₂ market showed a clear upward pricing shift this week as upstream cost pressures intensified, particularly from sulfuric acid and ilmenite, pushing producers into deeper negative margins.
  • As of November 27, domestic sulfuric acid spot prices continued to rise, with Hunan prices for 98% acid reaching 800–900 RMB/ton and Guangdong prices at 880–950 RMB/ton.
  • In response, 14 major TiO₂ producers in China simultaneously announced price increases of $100/ton for both domestic and international markets, citing cost inflation and inventory depletion concerns.
  • Despite weak downstream demand, cost-push forces are expected to support a firm pricing stance across the sector in the near term.
Product Price Range (USD/MT) Change vs Last Week
Rutile-grade TiO₂ $1,930 – $2,010 ▲ $100
Anatase-grade TiO₂ $1,760 – $1,850 ▲ $100

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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