Key Market Move: LB Group Announces Titanium Dioxide Price Hike
As a leading supplier of high-quality titanium dioxide (TiO₂) to the Southeast Asian market, we want to keep our partners informed on the latest developments that may impact your supply chain and pricing.
Following the recent official announcement from LB Group, one of the world’s largest TiO₂ producers, all Billions™ titanium dioxide products will see a price increase effective June 5, 2026:
- Domestic China market: + CNY 1,000 / MT
- International markets (including Southeast Asia): + USD 150 / MT
This adjustment reflects rising raw material costs, tighter supply balances, and growing regional demand for high-grade titanium dioxide. For manufacturers in Southeast Asia—especially in Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia—this means you may soon face higher procurement costs for your coating, plastic, and ink production lines.
What This Means for Your Business
- Short-term impact: Prices across major TiO₂ brands are expected to follow this trend, putting pressure on your production budgets and profit margins.
- Regional supply dynamics: Southeast Asia remains a fast-growing market for TiO₂, with demand driven by infrastructure projects, urbanization, and a booming manufacturing sector. However, rising costs in China are starting to translate into higher landed prices for buyers in the region.
- Lead times & availability: With many producers adjusting production schedules to manage costs, lead times could extend for some grades, especially for bulk orders.
How We Can Support Your Southeast Asian Operations
As your dedicated TiO₂ partner, we’re working to help you navigate these market changes with confidence:
- Locked-in pricing for confirmed orders: If you place your order before the new rates take full effect, we can help secure your preferred pricing for standard grades.
- Flexible grade recommendations: Depending on your application (paint, plastic, ink, or rubber), we can suggest cost-effective alternatives without compromising on quality or performance.
- Reliable regional delivery: We maintain dedicated logistics routes to key Southeast Asian ports (Jakarta, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh, Port Klang, Singapore) to minimize delays and landed cost surprises.
- Custom solutions: Whether you need small trial quantities or bulk shipments for large projects, we can tailor packages to match your production timeline and budget.
Post time: Jun-09-2026