Market Report
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- Following last week’s increase letter from Ningbo Xinfu, Shandong Dongjia announced another round of increases from May 18, raising domestic prices by about USD 145/ton and export prices by USD 150/ton, sending a clear firm-price signal to the market.
- However, downstream demand remained weak, social inventory still existed in the market, and the approaching off-season increased shipment pressure, so transaction prices became more differentiated and most deals remained negotiable case by case.
- At present, the market remains in a tense stalemate, and most buyers are purchasing cautiously.
| Product | Price Index (19th Week, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Anatase | 133-135 |
| Rutile | 135-137 |
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.