Market Report
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- This week China’s titanium dioxide market entered a second round of price increases, led by top manufacturers of titanium dioxide, including LB Group, with around 23 producers announcing price hikes.
- Leading producers initiated price increases of about USD 72.61/ton domestically and USD 100/ton for export markets, with multiple manufacturers following, confirming strong cost-driven upward momentum.
- Most producers currently have order backlogs extending into April, significantly reducing spot availability.
- Anatase TiO₂ supply is tightening further, with some producers limiting sales or prioritizing long-term customers.
- Downstream buyers remain cautious in the short term, but supply-side tightening is becoming the dominant market driver.
| Product | Price Index (11th Week, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Rutile | 108 to 110 |
| Anatase | 110 to 112 |
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.