Titanium Market Report (March 6)
I. Titanium Market Overview
Titanium Ore
Today, the Panzhihua-Xichang titanium ore price index was 1775.00, unchanged from yesterday. Titanium ore prices remained stable, with limited overall market inquiries. A strong bargaining mentality prevailed between supply and demand, and downstream restocking remained cautious. The overall market trended towards stability.
Titanium Slag
In March, northern enterprises have not yet started bidding. High costs put downward pressure on titanium slag prices. Slag plants are operating below capacity, with some enterprises currently shut down. The high-grade slag market is operating at low levels.
Titanium Tetrachloride
The market price for titanium tetrachloride is 4800-5550 yuan/ton. The price of raw material chlorine continues to rise, increasing enterprise costs. New order prices remain firm, and the market supply and demand are basically balanced. Titanium tetrachloride prices are operating firmly.
Titanium Sponge
The price of Grade 1 titanium sponge for civilian use is around RMB 45,000-47,000/ton, while Grade 0 titanium sponge is quoted at around RMB 46,000-48,000/ton. The titanium sponge market is operating smoothly, with most manufacturers operating at near full capacity. Order backlogs provide support, and some companies have reduced their inventory, keeping prices firm.
Titanium Dioxide
Today's titanium dioxide price index is 13683.65, unchanged from yesterday. International titanium dioxide company Connors has issued a letter to the Middle East, Africa, and Asia raising titanium dioxide prices by $150/ton. Domestic and international titanium dioxide companies have followed suit, leading to a strong upward trend in market sentiment.
Domestic titanium dioxide companies are adjusting new order prices, and with existing orders and strong export orders, market prices are holding firm. However, downstream buyers are cautious about signing new orders, and the market is adopting a wait-and-see approach. Overall, the titanium dioxide market is temporarily stable.
II. Titanium Price Summary
III. Industry Operations
Titanium Ore
After the holiday, beneficiation plants are gradually resuming production.
Plants that underwent maintenance during the Spring Festival holiday are gradually resuming production, and the operating rate of titanium dioxide plants will gradually increase.
Sponge Titanium
Sponge titanium companies are operating at high capacity.
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