Titanium dioxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula TiO2. It is a white solid or powdered amphoteric oxide with a molecular weight of 79.866 and stable chemical properties. It is also called titanium white when used as a pigment. Its melting point is 1840°C, boiling point is 2900°C, flash point is 2500 to 3000°C, density is 4.26 g/cm³, soluble in hot concentrated sulfuric acid, insoluble in hydrochloric acid and nitric acid.
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Iran has escalated attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz with 12 incidents in four days, driving up crude oil prices and disrupting chemical supply chains for polymers and titanium dio
Global chemical prices oscillated due to rising oil costs and maintenance, though weak demand limits growth. Titanium dioxide and synthetic rubber prices rose, while plastics faced pressure amid marke
Lubei Chemical showcased its titanium dioxide products at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Coatings Expo in Jakarta, securing cooperation intentions with regional clients. Leveraging RCEP opportunities, the comp
Valhi Inc reported a significant Q2 2026 earnings surge with net sales rising 12.2% to $606.1 million. Growth was driven by its Chemicals segment, where operating income jumped 292% on higher titanium
Kronos Worldwide examines dividend prospects amid fluctuating titanium dioxide demand in the cyclical chemicals sector. Key drivers include US coatings, manufacturing supply chains, and raw material c
Kronos Worldwide Inc faces a crucial juncture as global titanium dioxide demand rebounds, solidifying its role as a leading producer for paints and plastics. Investors are advised to monitor U.S. hous
Tronox executives express cautious optimism on titanium dioxide market recovery following Q1 price hikes. The company closed two facilities to cut costs while anticipating increased sales volumes desp
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