The Chemours Co. recently announced it has inaugurated its new titanium dioxide (TiO2) production line at its Altamira plant in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. Production on the new line is expected to ramp up steadily, with full capacity of 200,000 mt per year taking place over the next several years.

“The expansion we celebrate today demonstrates our confidence in, and our commitment to, the future of the TiO2 industry,” said Bryan Snell, president, Chemours Titanium Technologies. “We are proud to be the global leader in producing high-quality titanium dioxide pigments. This new production line will help us deliver on our long-term commitment to serving our global customers with a product that delivers high-performance without compromising quality or environmental sustainability.”