Buyer Summary: The China TiO₂ Market strengthened this week as a broader price-hike wave improved market sentiment, producer shipments increased, and many factories secured orders extending into next month. Low-end quotations became less available and inventories declined at some producers. However, downstream buyers remain cautious and the “Golden September” demand recovery is still moderate rather than strong. Near-term TiO₂ prices are therefore expected to remain firm, supported by orders, lower inventories, and resilient raw material costs.
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- The TiO₂ market remained firm this week as the recent price-increase wave encouraged downstream restocking and improved producer shipments. Many factories reported stronger order intake, with some production schedules extending into next month.
- Low-end market quotations became less available as producer inventories declined and new-order pricing turned firmer. Export demand also remained supportive, helping producers maintain stronger pricing discipline.
- At the same time, downstream buyers remained relatively cautious and some customers continued to adopt a wait-and-see approach. September demand has improved only moderately so far, meaning the current market strength is being driven by both restocking and producer price support rather than a broad surge in end-use demand.
| Product | Previous Week (34nd Week, 2026) |
Current Week (35nd Week, 2026) |
Weekly Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatase | 127 | 129 | +2 |
| Rutile | 129 | 131 | +2 |
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.