Titanium Dioxide Price, Market Analysis & Demand | ChemAnalyst
In the United States, the pricing dynamics of Titanium Dioxide have displayed a volatile pattern. Early in the third quarter, Titanium Dioxide prices experienced a significant decline due to reduced inquiries from the downstream Paints and Coatings sector. Additionally, in response to a sluggish Chinese market, manufacturers lowered prices for importing nations like Thailand, the USA, and Brazil. Concerning production, downstream manufacturing firms faced pressure amid subdued demand from the terminal market. The availability of Titanium Dioxide was adequate to meet demand from the downstream construction and automotive industries. However, in the latter half of the third quarter, Titanium Dioxide prices experienced an upward trend following increased offers from the Chinese markets. According to market participants, the upstream Titanium Concentrate prices rose, contributing to the heightened offers for Titanium Dioxide. Moreover, persistent labor shortages continued to impact the US