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TiO₂ Market Forecast: Further Price Increases Expected Amid Rising Cost Pressure 2026-06-05 to 2026-06-12

Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Market Analysis

  • The TiO₂ market experienced another round of price increase announcements this week. On June 5, LB Group announced a price increase of approximately USD 145/ton for the domestic market and USD 150/ton for international markets across all TiO₂ products.
  • Following LB Group’s announcement, more than ten producers, including Xianghai Titanium, Jinhai Titanium, and Tianneng Chemical, issued similar price increase letters. As of June 10, a total of 14 TiO₂ manufacturers had announced price increases, marking the fifth industry-wide round of price hikes this year.
  • Although downstream demand remains cautious, the latest collective price increase wave has strengthened market sentiment and increased expectations for further price adjustments.
  • At the same time, sulfur and sulfuric acid costs surged sharply, significantly increasing TiO₂ production costs and becoming the main driver behind the industry’s latest price increase efforts.
Product Price Index (22nd 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

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Titanium dioxide market daily report on 2026-06-10

China Titanium Market Commentary: Prices Stable Amid Environmental Checks and High Costs

The Chinese titanium market is showing a mixed but generally stable picture, with environmental inspections in key producing regions impacting supply and high raw material costs providing broad price support. Demand remains weak in several downstream sectors, leading to a cautious, wait-and-see sentiment among market participants.

Titanium Ore

The domestic titanium ore market is operating on a firm footing. Environmental protection inspections by the Sichuan provincial team have entered the Panxi region, leading to the suspension of some water beneficiation plants. Meanwhile, production in the Chengde area has been affected by central government environmental checks, with some concentrators halting operations. In contrast, inspections have concluded in Xinjiang, and suspended mines there are expected to gradually resume production. These supply-side disruptions have stabilized ore quotes. High raw material costs continue to provide strong support for the market.

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