The titanium ore (ilmenite) market is experiencing downward pressure due to high downstream cost pressures and large inventories. Prices for small and medium manufacturers range around $230-$240 per ton, while 38% grade titanium ore is priced at approximately $154-$172 per ton (excluding tax).
Import prices for titanium ore remain stable, with Mozambique titanium ore at about $350 per ton and Vietnamese B-grade ore at $290-$305 per ton. The market for Australian ore is priced between $280-$300 per ton CIF. Despite tight supply conditions, downstream market demand is weak.
The titanium slag market continues to see significant price declines, with high titanium slag priced at around $817 per ton, reflecting a $63 drop from the previous month due to weak demand.
2. Titanium Dioxide Pigment Market Trends
The titanium dioxide pigment market continues its weak trend, with Chinese rutile titanium dioxide prices between $1765-$1904 per ton and anatase titanium dioxide between $1639-$1681 per ton. Prices have been reduced further by $28-$56 per ton due to soft market demand and competitive pressures.
High raw material costs, especially sulfuric acid, add to production pressure. Sulfuric acid prices in Shandong are at $78-$98 per ton, and Anhui at $95-$99 per ton, supported by high sulfur and pyrite prices. Despite this, regional supply increases from restarted plants are capping further price gains.
3. Market Forecast
Domestic titanium dioxide supply remains excessive, and downstream demand shows no significant recovery, keeping prices low.
High production costs limit price cuts, but oversupply and export pressure will likely maintain a weak price trend.
Short-term titanium dioxide prices are expected to stay at low levels with one-on-one negotiations for some deals.
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