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Titanium dioxide market daily report on 2026-06-05
[PriceIndex] Tiantanium dioxide price index 2472,
TiO₂ Market Forecast: High Costs Expected to Keep Prices Stable Despite Weak Demand 2026-05-29 to 2026-06-05
Market Report
1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis
- The TiO₂ market remained weak but generally stable this week, with transaction prices negotiated on a case-by-case basis and the price gap between low-end and high-end offers widening further.
- Domestic demand weakened further as buyers remained cautious and new order intake slowed after earlier orders were delivered. Some producers lowered quotations in selected regions, while overall market transactions remained subdued.
- Although demand conditions remain soft, high sulfur, sulfuric acid, and ilmenite costs continue to place significant pressure on producers, supporting a generally firm pricing attitude across the industry.
| Product | Price Index (21st 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.
2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends
Titanium dioxide market daily report on 2026-06-04
China Titanium Market Commentary: Cost Pressures and Wait-and-See Sentiment
Market conditions across the Chinese titanium value chain show a mixed picture this week, with stable to firm pricing in upstream sectors contrasting with cautious trading in downstream markets. Environmental inspections in Sichuan are curtailing supply of titanium ore, while cost pressures from raw materials and freight continue to support prices across the board.
Titanium Ore and Titanium Slag
Titanium ore prices remain stable. Environmental protection authorities from Sichuan Province are conducting an inspection of tailings ponds in the Panzhihua area, prompting several concentrators in the Xinjiu region to suspend operations. This has reduced raw material supply, reinforcing miners’ resolve to keep offers steady. In the import ore segment, inquiries are moderate and participants remain in a wait-and-see mood. High seaborne freight costs are adding significant cost pressure, keeping prices supported but stable.
