China TiO₂ Market Forecast: Cost Push and Seasonal Demand Lift Prices 2025-08-15 to 2025-08-22 - Tinox Chemie GmbH, Your TiO2 specialist from Dusseldorf Germany

Market Report

1. Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Market Analysis

This week, the titanium dioxide market saw a mild upward trend. Twenty major producers issued price increase letters, driving prices higher.
Current Chinese rutile TiO₂ prices stand at approximately $1,807–$1,904 per ton (including tax), while anatase TiO₂ is about $1,654–$1,696 per ton.
Domestic sales improved, with some companies having orders scheduled through September. Inventory levels of sulfuric acid process TiO₂ declined, supporting prices.

The rise in raw material costs, especially ilmenite and sulfuric acid, continues to pressure producers. Sulfuric acid prices in Guangxi remain at $103–$109 per ton, while in Hunan they are lower at $82–$95 per ton due to local supply differences.
Production losses persist across the industry, but strong raw material costs and the “Golden September, Silver October” demand season support higher TiO₂ prices.
Exports remain under pressure, limiting some producers’ operating rates. However, domestic demand is gradually strengthening, leading to better market sentiment.

High production costs and seasonal demand are expected to sustain upward momentum in TiO₂ prices in the short term.
More producers are likely to announce price increases of $28–$42 per ton, supporting a gradual recovery in the market.
Inventory reduction, coupled with plant maintenance at large enterprises, will further tighten supply and provide room for continued price gains.