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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2025-01-10 to 2025-01-17

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The market for titanium ore (ilmenite) has remained relatively stable, but there are indications of potential price increases due to tight supply and high production costs. Prices for domestic titanium ore have been rising, with current rates for small and medium manufacturers ranging from approximately $270-$284 per ton, and 38-grade titanium mid-ore priced at around $194-$198 per ton (excluding tax).
  • Imported titanium ore prices are stable, with Mozambique titanium ore priced at approximately $368 per ton and Kenyan 47%-49% grade ore at around $362 per ton. Despite the high prices of domestic titanium ore, there is an increased demand for imported ore as domestic supply remains constrained.
  • The high titanium slag market has seen a slight increase, with prices for 90% low calcium and high titanium slag at approximately $961 per ton. Production costs remain high due to increased prices of raw materials, which continue to exert pressure on market prices.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-12-27 to 2025-01-03

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium dioxide market is experiencing price stability, with top manufacturers adjusting prices to align with market conditions. The January official listing price from leading companies has been lowered by approximately $27.42 per ton, with previous end-of-December discounts being removed.
  • As of now, the ex-factory price for Chinese rutile titanium dioxide ranges between $1,942 to $2,038 per ton, while anatase titanium dioxide is priced between $1,751 to $1,860 per ton.
  • Despite initial positive sales in December, overall end-user demand remains weak. Some companies have started routine maintenance, affecting production levels.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-12-24 to 2024-12-31

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium dioxide market has been weak, with some price reductions by leading manufacturers to stimulate sales. As of the end of December, the price for Chinese rutile titanium dioxide is approximately $1,944-$2,039 per ton, and anatase titanium dioxide is around $1,751-$1,862 per ton.
  • High raw material costs, including ilmenite and sulfuric acid, are putting pressure on titanium dioxide manufacturers, limiting their ability to reduce prices further. Most prices remain near the cost line.
  • The market is experiencing a seasonal downturn, with demand remaining low. Enterprises have been offering discounts of $27-$68 per ton to facilitate sales.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-12-13 to 2024-12-20

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium dioxide market remains stable but weak, with current prices for Chinese rutile titanium dioxide ranging from approximately $1,939 to $2,064 per ton, and anatase titanium dioxide priced between $1,745 and $1,856 per ton.
  • Downstream demand continues to be sluggish, leading to significant pressure on market shipments and increasing inventory levels for some enterprises.
  • Despite the slight reduction in titanium ore prices, production costs remain high, causing enterprises to operate near their cost lines.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-11-28 to 2024-12-06

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium dioxide pigment market is experiencing weak demand with prices for rutile titanium dioxide are around $2092-$2110 per ton, and anatase titanium dioxide is around $1857-$1952 per ton.
  • Production costs remain high due to increasing raw material prices, with limited room for price reductions. Despite this, enterprises face significant pressure due to low demand and slow inventory turnover.
  • Top manufacturers, including LB Group, have maintained stable pricing strategies amid market challenges, reflecting cautious optimism about future trends.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-11-22 to 2024-11-28

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium ore market remains weak with prices for small and medium manufacturers ranging from $274-$279 per ton for 46%-10%, and $305-$318 per ton for 47%-20% . Prices for 38% titanium are around $188-$196 per ton (excluding tax). There is limited demand, and some miners are struggling with stock sales.
  • Imported titanium ore prices have remained relatively steady with Mozambique ore priced at around $368 per ton, and Kenyan 47-49% grade ore at around $362 per ton. However, downstream demand remains low, and some manufacturers are cautious with purchasing.
  • With weak downstream demand and high raw material costs, the titanium ore market is expected to stay subdued, and price drops will be limited.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-11-15 to 2024-11-22

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The domestic titanium dioxide market continues to be sluggish, with current prices for Chinese rutile titanium dioxide are around $2112-$2180 per ton, and anatase titanium dioxide is around $1967-$2022 per ton.
  • October’s titanium dioxide exports reached 154,300 tons, marking a 5.14% month-on-month increase. However, November’s export orders have seen a decline due to weakening global demand, leading to inventory pressure for manufacturers.
  • Raw material costs, including sulfuric acid and ferrous sulfate, have risen, but ilmenite prices have only slightly decreased, pushing some producers to operate near cost lines.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-11-08 to 2024-11-15

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The market for titanium ore (ilmenite) is experiencing weakness, with prices of small and medium manufacturers around $283-$288 per ton (converted from 2040-2080 yuan/ton using the exchange rate of 7.21640), and 38% titanium ore (excluding tax) priced at around $205-$212 per ton (converted from 1480-1530 yuan/ton).
  • Prices for imported titanium ore remain steady. Mozambique titanium ore is priced at approximately $368 per ton, while Kenyan 47%-49% grade ore is priced at about $362 per ton. Despite high domestic ore prices, demand for imported ore is subdued, and the market remains largely in a wait-and-see state.
  • The titanium slag market is weak, with 90% low calcium and high titanium slag priced around $935 per ton (converted from 6750 yuan/ton). High production costs and weak downstream demand continue to pressure the market.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-11-01 to 2024-11-08

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium dioxide market is experiencing a weak phase. Current prices for Chinese rutile titanium dioxide are around $2112-$2252 per ton, and anatase titanium dioxide is around $2009-$2064 per ton. The market is in its off-season, and demand remains subdued.
  • Top manufacturers, including LB Group, are facing significant pressure from unsold inventory, and export sales are being impacted by anti-dumping duties in some regions.
  • Environmental inspections have led to reduced production capacity in areas like Panzhihua, further affecting the titanium dioxide market.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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Titanium Dioxide Industry Perspective Weekly-2024-10-25 to 2024-11-01

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Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

  • The titanium ore (ilmenite) market is weak. Prices from small and medium-sized manufacturers are around $292-$302 per ton, with 38-grade ore priced at approximately $211-$218 per ton (excluding tax).
  • Imported titanium ore prices are stable, with Mozambique ore at around $368 per ton and Kenyan 47%-49% grade ore at $362 per ton. Domestic demand is weaker, but the international market remains strong, leading to tight supply of high-quality ore.
  • The high titanium slag market is sluggish, with prices around $985 per ton. High production costs and weak demand are impacting the market.
  • The titanium tetrachloride market is stable, with prices around $844-$900 per ton. Downstream demand remains weak, leading to reduced production.

2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends

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