Market Report
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- Firm ilmenite, sulfur, and sulfuric acid costs continued to support TiO₂ prices, while some plants faced production pressure due to difficulty sourcing sulfur for captive acid units.
- A new price increase letter of about USD 145/ton reappeared in the market this week, but downstream demand stayed cautious, transaction prices became more differentiated, and the overall market remained firm rather than fully following higher offers.
| Product | Price Index (18th Week, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Anatase | 126-133 |
| Rutile | 128-135 |
Price Index Methodology: The Price Index is calculated based on the average prices of the top 10 producers in China, with the base value set at 100 as of January 1, 2026.