Market prices for titanium-based products on January 28th.

January 29, 2026, 3:29 PM

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Highlights at a glance

This report provides a snapshot of the titanium market on the current trading day. Key sections include a brief overview of major product segments—titanium ore, titanium slag, titanium tetrachloride, titanium sponge, and titanium dioxide—with their respective price indices and market dynamics. The titanium ore price index remains stable at 1782.50, with production steady but new orders stagnant due to downstream cost pressure. Titanium slag prices see a slight decline, while titanium tetrachloride and sponge prices remain firm due to cost support and balanced supply. The titanium dioxide price index holds at 13490.03, supported by stable producer pricing though domestic demand is weak. The industry status section notes stable operations in Panxi, limited production in Yunnan due to permit issues, and high operating rates for both titanium dioxide and sponge producers. The summary highlights a market in weak balance with stable but cautious trading ahead of the holiday period.

Tudoduo - Titanium Daily

I. Brief Overview of the Titanium Market

Titanium Ore

Today, the Panzhihua titanium ore price index is 1782.50, unchanged from yesterday. Recently, titanium ore production has been stable, with miners mainly fulfilling pre-holiday orders. Downstream buyers are facing significant cost pressure, leading to continued price pressure, and new order transactions in the market are somewhat stagnant.

Titanium Slag

In February, the bidding price for 90% low-calcium, high-magnesium titanium slag from northern enterprises was 5300 yuan/ton, a decrease of 100 yuan/ton compared to January. Due to reduced pressure from raw material costs, the price of high-magnesium titanium slag is under downward pressure. Currently, domestic supply remains sufficient, and the high-magnesium titanium slag market is in a weak balance, with prices stable but trending weaker.

Titanium Tetrachloride

The market price of titanium tetrachloride is quoted at 4800-5550 RMB/ton. Due to high raw material costs, titanium tetrachloride manufacturers are maintaining firm prices. Because of reduced market supply and low inventory levels, market prices remain stable.

Titanium Sponge

The price of Grade 1 titanium sponge for civilian use is quoted at approximately 45,000-47,000 RMB/ton, while Grade 0 titanium sponge is quoted at approximately 46,000-48,000 RMB/ton. The titanium sponge market demand is stable, with production and sales basically balanced, and prices remain firm.

Titanium Dioxide

Today's titanium dioxide price index is 13490.03, unchanged from yesterday. Titanium dioxide manufacturers' prices remain stable, but weak domestic demand provides insufficient market support. With the Chinese New Year holiday approaching, the market has largely completed its stockpiling, and new orders are being placed cautiously. Overall, titanium dioxide prices remain stable for the time being.

II. Summary of Titanium Prices

III. Industry Operating Status

Titanium Ore

Operations at processing plants in Panxi remain largely stable; in Yunnan, only a few processing plants are operating due to issues with mining permits; overall domestic titanium ore production is insufficient due to low temperatures in Chengde.

Titanium Dioxide

This month, some companies have maintenance plans, but titanium dioxide production remains at a high level.

Titanium Sponge

Titanium sponge producers are operating at a high capacity.