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Without these two white powders, your EV might not go very far!
Mention Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) and Barium Sulfate (BaSO₄), and most people think: “Aren’t those just ingredients for wall paint and fillers?”. However, in the booming era of Electric Vehicles, these two “old faces” of traditional industry are quietly playing the rol...Read more -
5 Key Factors Paint Manufacturers Must Consider When Sourcing Titanium Dioxide
Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) plays a critical role in the global paint and coating industry. Choosing the right TiO₂ is not only about price — it directly impacts opacity, durability, weather resistance, and coating performance. Here are 5 key factors paint manufacturers should consider before purchas...Read more -
Kuncai Misses Price Rally Due to Long-Term Deals——Builds HCl Recovery for Cost Control
Missed the Industry-Wide Rally While most TiO₂ producers captured H1 2026 price hikes, Kuncai remained sidelined. Its sales were locked under long-term agreement pricing, which lags behind volatile spot markets. Even as domestic prices surged over 1,000 RMB/ton across five hikes, Kuncai’s...Read more -
The “Concealer” of the Coating World: How Micro-Coating Can Transform Rough Metal
Ever wonder how heavy industrial parts achieve a smooth, flawless finish? It is a lot like the cosmetics industry! Just as high-end foundations rely on premium pigments to hide imperfections, the industrial powder coating sector needs its own ultimate “concealer” to smooth out rough c...Read more -
High Weather Resistance Chloride TiO₂ Cuts Formulation Cost of Outdoor Masterbatch
The core challenge for masterbatch producers – Outdoor construction and agricultural film masterbatches typically require extra UV stabilizers to prevent yellowing and degradation. These additives, while necessary, significantly drive up formulation costs and complicate production efficiency. A s...Read more -
The Great Divide: Why Rutile and Anatase Are No Longer Playing the Same Game
OPENING If you think “titanium dioxide is titanium dioxide,” you are missing half the story. The global TiO₂ market is quietly splitting into two distinct tracks. One is driven by scale and durability; the other, by photochemical function and niche value. The gap between Rutil...Read more -
The Masterbatch Maker‘s Dilemma: How to Choose TiO₂ & Truly Cut Total Costs?
Let’s start with a reality check In white masterbatch production, titanium dioxide accounts for 60%–80% of raw material costs — the single biggest cost driver and also the biggest opportunity for savings. Industry data shows that masterbatch producers consume roughly 20,000–30,000 tons of TiO₂ an...Read more -
THE IMPACT OF IRAN WAR IN CHEMICALS RAW MATERIALS – GIVE YOUR OPINION
A TiO₂ Lens on Supply Chain Shockwaves As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East, the chemicals raw materials sector is once again holding its breath. But beyond the oil price headlines, one product sits quietly in the crosshairs: Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂). Here’s my take – and I’d genui...Read more -
Which raw material truly makes or breaks a paint formulation? Let’s debate.
Ever wondered what makes a paint truly perform? Behind every can of premium paint lies a carefully orchestrated symphony of chemistry and formulation. It’s not just about color—it’s about how that color applies, wears, and endures over time. The difference between a mediocre coating and a high-pe...Read more -
The FSR Sword Hangs Over Future M&A: A Precedent That Could Reshape Global Chemical M&A
A coalition representing ~90% of EU titanium dioxide capacity has lodged a formal complaint with the European Commission, urging an investigation into LB Group’s acquisition of Venator’s UK plant under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) . Why this matters: The FSR—adopted in 202...Read more -
Is the TiO₂ Market Finding Its “Summer Bottom”?
As we step into July 2026, the titanium dioxide pigment market is delivering a classic tug-of-war narrative — supply chain cost pressures on one side, downstream demand resilience on the other. It’s a pivotal moment worth watching closely. Here are 3 key signals I’m tracking this week...Read more -
TiO₂ PRICES SOFTEN IN JUNE – Supply Glut Meets Seasonal Slump
After five rounds of price hikes earlier this year, China’s titanium dioxide market took a turn in June. According to SunSirs data, sulfate-process rutile TiO₂ prices dropped from RMB 17,200/ton on June 1 to RMB 16,460/ton by June 26 – a 4.3% decline in just four weeks. What’s Drivi...Read more
