Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) can be used as a pigment base in applications such as coatings, plastics, and laminates. No matter the application, it is important to avoid the coagulation and agglomeration of the TiO₂ dispersion during both the pigment production process and the end-use manufacturing process.

TiPMC believes this scenario sets up the TiO₂ industry for a roller coaster impact throughout the next several months. The implications of a weaker Chinese economy will be involved in a balancing act with reduced Chinese production and increasing Chinese production costs.