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International Chemical Dynamics: Industry Costs Continue to Rise Amid Supply Chain Shocks
In March 2026, affected by the US-Israel-Iran conflict, shipping in the Strait of Hormuz was hindered, impacting the global chemical supply chain. Chemical giant BASF announced price increases twice within two weeks, with the maximum increase reaching 30%, to cope with the sharp rise in raw mater...Read more -
Tree Planting Day (Mar 12): Plant Green, Protect the Ecosystem
On Tree Planting Day today, planting and protecting greenery is the shared responsibility of humanity to safeguard the ecosystem. Every tree-planting effort builds a stronger ecological barrier for the earth. We call on all to practice environmental protection, care for green spaces with small ac...Read more -
TiO₂ Sees Worldwide Price Surge, High-grade Barium Sulphate Booms
March 2026 witnesses a global price hike of TiO₂. Chinese leading enterprises raise international quotations by $100/ton, and international giants like Chemours announce a $150/ton increase in the Asia-Pacific from April, driven by surging sulfur and sulfuric acid prices. TiO₂ export demand to So...Read more -
Titanium Dioxide Market Update – March 2026
In early March 2026, major Chinese titanium dioxide producers raised prices. Affected by rising raw material costs and recovering overseas demand, chloride-process TiO₂ prices were increased by RMB 500/MT for domestic market and USD 100/MT for export. Current industry inventory is low, export o...Read more -
Showcasing Titanium Dioxide at Central Asia Coatings Show Astana 2026
In January 2026, our team attended the Central Asia Coatings Show held in Astana, Kazakhstan. As a professional titanium dioxide supplier, we displayed our high-quality titanium dioxide products and solutions for coatings, plastics, inks and other related industries. We had in-depth communicat...Read more -
2025 CHINACOAT Exhibition
We XiMi Group hereby sincerely invite you and your company representatives to visit our booth at 2025 CHINACOAT Exhibition. Booth No.: E6.H77a Date: Nov.25-27.2025 Location: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) Exhibition Products: Titanium dioxide, Barium Sulfate, Talc Powder, Calcium...Read more -
XIMI Group Wishes Everyone a Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!
As the bright full moon graces the autumn sky, XIMI Group extends our warmest wishes to our valued customers, partners, employees, and friends around the world during this Mid-Autumn Festival. This cherished tradition of reunion and reflection resonates deeply with our commitment to building last...Read more -
XIMI Group Wishes Everyone a Happy National Day!
As China celebrates its National Day, XIMI Group extends warmest greetings and sincere blessings to all our employees, customers, partners, and friends worldwide. This special occasion commemorates China’s remarkable achievements and progress, reflecting the same spirit of innovation and ex...Read more -
Global Top 5 TiO₂ Producers’ 2025 CAPEX Plans: What Strategic Signals Do They Reveal?
The capital expenditure (CAPEX) plans of the world’s top five titanium dioxide (TiO₂) producers for 2025 have been unveiled, offering critical insights into the industry’s future direction. With a combined planned investment of $2.5 billion, these commitments signal strategic prioriti...Read more -
Assessment of Kaolin and Wollastonite Fillers’ Erosion in TiO₂’s Mid to Low-End Markets
The titanium dioxide (TiO₂) industry is facing increasing pressure from alternative extenders like kaolin and wollastonite in mid to low-end markets. As these fillers become more sophisticated and cost-effective, they are capturing significant market share in price-sensitive applications. This an...Read more -
Global Port Efficiency Decline: Long-Term Impacts on TiO₂ Delivery Timelines
The ongoing deterioration of global port efficiency is creating significant and lasting challenges for titanium dioxide (TiO₂) supply chains. With congestion, labor shortages, and infrastructure limitations worsening worldwide, TiO₂ producers and buyers face extended lead times that threaten to b...Read more -
Evolution of Procurement Strategies in Major Coatings Manufacturers: Transition from Price Procurement to Value Procurement
The procurement strategies of large coatings manufacturers are undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from traditional price-focused approaches to comprehensive value-based models. This evolution reflects the industry’s response to supply chain volatility, sustainability requirem...Read more
