Despite soft domestic demand, China’s titanium dioxide export market is firing on all cylinders.
Total exports (Jan–Apr 2026): 730,300 tonnes
+12.53% YoY
Among them, chlorination-process TiO₂ exports hit 178,600 tonnes – a staggering +39.63% YoY growth, far outpacing the sulfate-process segment at just +5.88%.
Why This Matters
Geopolitical ripple effects – Ongoing disruptions in the Middle East have squeezed energy supplies for overseas TiO₂ producers, creating a supply gap that Chinese manufacturers are stepping up to fill.
Quality shift – The chlorination route produces higher-purity, higher-performance TiO₂, increasingly preferred in premium coatings, plastics, and specialty applications.
Structural tailwind – With legacy capacity retiring in Europe and North America, China’s advanced-process producers are well-positioned to capture long-term market share.
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Analyst Insight
“Near-term export momentum looks strong as Chinese stable supply absorbs order relocations. Over the longer horizon, the global TiO₂ landscape is being redrawn – and high-value-added Chinese capacity is emerging as a key beneficiary.”
– CITIC Securities
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The Takeaway
For international buyers, this isn’t just a supply story – it’s a quality upgrade story.
Chlorination-process TiO₂ from China now offers:
1.Consistent performance
2.Competitive pricing
3.Reliable scale
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What’s your experience with Chinese chlorination-grade TiO₂? Have you noticed quality improvements in recent shipments? Let’s discuss below.
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Chlorination: +39.63% vs Sulfate: +5.88%
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Post time: Jun-17-2026