Market Report
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- High sulfur, sulfuric acid, ilmenite, and energy costs continued to provide rigid cost support, so producers generally maintained a firm pricing stance even as transaction prices were negotiated case by case.
- At present, the market remains in a tense stalemate: downstream buyers are purchasing cautiously, most transactions are limited to essential replenishment, and both buyers and sellers are waiting for clearer direction from raw material costs and producer pricing policies.
| Product | Price Index (20th Week, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Anatase | 135-135 |
| Rutile | 137-137 |
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.