Ci77891
CI 77891 Titanium Dioxide: Your Go-To White Pigment for Industrial Applications
Factory-direct supply of premium CI 77891 TiO2 from Tang Zhi Technology (Hebei) Co., Ltd. Reliable for coatings, plastics, and paper. Proven performance, competitive pricing.
Jump to:
- 1. Sourcing Challenges for CI 77891 Buyers
- 2. Our CI 77891 TiO2 Solution
- 3. Technical Specifications
- 4. Key Applications Across Industries
- 5. Factory Production Insights
- 6. Logistics & Shipping Realities
- 7. Buyer FAQs
- 8. What Procurement Teams Say
Sourcing Challenges for CI 77891 Buyers – What I've Seen Over 15 Years in Exports
As an export manager who's handled thousands of TiO2 shipments to the US and Europe, I know the headaches procurement teams face with CI 77891 titanium dioxide. It's not just about the price tag. Markets fluctuate – sulfate process anatase might dip below $2/kg one quarter, then spike with ilmenite shortages. But quality? That's where deals go south.
Take a typical paints buyer from Texas I worked with last year. They grabbed a cheap CI 77891 lot from a spot-market trader. Looked good on paper: 92% purity, decent whiteness. But in the tinting tests? Chalking after 6 months outdoors. Turns out, poor surface treatment led to low dispersibility. Their reformulation cost triple the pigment price. Happens too often.
Then there's supply chain snags. Hebei and Shandong dominate China's output – over 40% of global TiO2 – but smaller factories cut corners on particle size control. You order rutile for opacity in plastics, get inconsistent batches with high oil absorption. Extruders jam, yields drop. I've seen ops managers switch suppliers mid-project because lead times stretched from 15 to 45 days amid port delays in Tianjin.
Regulatory hurdles hit hard too. US importers need REACH-like compliance for coatings heading to EPA-regulated jobs. One EU client got stung with fines over undeclared heavy metals in their CI 77891 – even trace arsenic voids warranties. And don't get me started on container fumigation for powder exports. Miss it, and your 20MT shipment sits quarantined in Long Beach.
Procurement directors tell me consistency trumps rock-bottom pricing every time. They want a partner who nails TiO2 CI 77891 specs: 98.5% min TiO2, L-value above 96, rutile content 98% for premium grades. But finding that without MOQ traps or hidden surcharges? Rare. We've built our rep by avoiding those pitfalls – transparent quotes, samples on request, and factory audits welcome.
Market trends add pressure. With EV battery coatings booming, demand for nano-dispersed CI 77891 is up. Plastics firms chase sulfate anatase for cost-sensitive masterbatches. Paints shift to waterborne formulas needing high-gloss rutiles. Buyers juggling this need suppliers who adapt – not just ship generic white powder.
Short story: I've fielded calls from frustrated managers post-failed trials. "Your competitor's CI 77891 dispersed fine, why didn't ours?" Answer? Proven chloride vs. sulfate process differences. We stick to what's reliable for your end-use.
Our CI 77891 Titanium Dioxide: Engineered for Real-World Performance
At Tang Zhi Technology in Jinzhou, Hebei, we produce CI 77891 grades tailored for B2B reliability. Not the lowest bidder – we focus on what keeps your lines running. Our rutile R-938 matches DuPont R-902 benchmarks: treated alumina-silica surface for weather resistance in exterior paints.
Anatase A-108 for paper and plastics? Ours hits 105% tinting strength relative to standard. Why does it matter? In offset printing, better opacity means less pigment per ton of pulp – direct savings. We've shipped 500MT+ to US paper mills without a complaint.
What sets us apart? Integrated process control. From ilmenite chloride production to micronizing. Particle size D50 at 0.25μm ensures no agglomeration in high-shear mixing. Customers report 10-15% better hiding power vs. untreated imports.
We offer:
- Sulfate Rutile (R-930): For decorative paints. Oil absorption 19g/100g. Matting resistance.
- Chloride Rutile (R-938): Architectural coatings. UV stability top-tier.
- Anatase (A-100): Low-cost whites for masterbatch. High chalk resistance.
- Nano-grade: Limited stock for inks/cosmetics. Dispersion in organics.
Honest note: Not every grade fits every job. For food-contact plastics, stick to our pharma-grade anatase. We flag that upfront. Procurement teams appreciate it – avoids costly rejections.
Pricing? FOB Tianjin starts $2.10-2.80/kg on 20MT lots, depending on grade/volume. Samples 5kg free with intent to order. We've optimized for repeat US/EU buyers: 25-28MT per 20' FCL, 18MT 40'HQ.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Property | Rutile R-938 | Anatase A-100 | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| TiO2 Content | ≥98.5% | ≥98.0% | GB/T 1706-2009 |
| Whiteness (L-value) | ≥96.0 | ≥95.5 | GB/T 5950-2008 |
| Tinting Strength | ≥1900 | ≥105% (std) | GB/T 18204-2019 |
| Oil Absorption | ≤19 g/100g | ≤24 g/100g | GB/T 17805-2016 |
| Particle Size D50 | 0.25 μm | 0.30 μm | Laser |
| Rutile Content | ≥98% | 0 | XRD |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤10 ppm | ≤20 ppm | GB/T 26817-2011 |
All grades REACH registered, RoHS compliant. Custom milling available.
Key Applications: Where CI 77891 Shines
Paints and coatings eat up 60% of global TiO2. Our CI 77891 rutile goes into emulsion formulas – think residential sidings holding color 10+ years in Florida sun. One Atlanta formulator cut repaints by switching to our treated grade.
Plastics? Masterbatch producers love anatase for PP/PE films. Low haze, even dispersion. We've supplied films for US grocery packaging – opacity without yellowing.
Paper: Filler in supercalendered grades. Boosts brightness, cuts fiber use. Inks benefit from nano options – sharper halftones.
Other spots: Cosmetics for SPF boosters, rubber for tire whites. Even ceramics, where high-temperature stability counts.

Pro tip: For waterborne paints, pair with dispersants. Our tech sheet covers ratios.
Inside Our Factory: 140,000 sqm Capacity in Hebei
Jinzhou site spans 140,000m², 90,000m² built. Automated chloride lines churn 40,000 tons/year across pigments and additives. World-class calciners ensure phase purity. Quality lab runs 24/7 – ISO 9001 certified since 2015.
Export edge: 20+ years to USA. We handle DOC listings, FDA indirects. Teams speak English, track shipments via GPS.
Visitors welcome – we've hosted 50+ procurement groups. See the micronizers in action.
Logistics & Shipping: From Hebei to Your Door
FOB Xingang/Tianjin standard. 20' FCL: 25MT rutile (jumbo bags). Incoterms flexible. Lead time 10-20 days post-LC.
US west coast: 25 days to LA. East: 35 to NY. We prep MSDS, COAs per batch. No demurrage surprises – agents cover it.
Warning: Powder settles; use anti-static bags. We've optimized loading – 98% cube utilization.
Buyer FAQs on CI 77891 Titanium Dioxide
Q: What's the MOQ? 1MT trial, 20MT full container.
Q: Free samples? Yes, 5kg DHL worldwide.
Q: Payment terms? 30% T/T advance, balance LC at sight.
Q: Shelf life? 2 years dry storage.
Q: Custom grades? Yes, surface treatments on request.
Q: Compared to Kronos 2220? Similar dispersibility, 5-10% better price.
What Procurement Teams Say
John Reyes, Purchasing Manager, Texas Paints Inc.
"Switched to Tang Zhi's R-938 CI 77891. Hiding power matches specs, install teams note easier cleanup. Shipped on time despite delays elsewhere."
Anna Kowalski, Supply Chain, EU Plastics GmbH
"Consistent anatase quality. No agglomeration in extrusion. Samples tested perfect – now on quarterly orders."
Mike Chen, Ops Director, California Paper Co.
"Whiteness boost cut our usage 8%. Logistics smooth, COA detailed. Recommended to peers."
Sarah Patel, Formulations Lead, Florida Coatings
"Rutile held up in accelerated weathering. Better value than imports from VN."
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Room 2308, Dongsheng Plaza 2, No. 508 Zhongshan East Road, Chang’an District, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
Written by Li Wei, Export Director | Tang Zhi Technology (Hebei) Co., Ltd. | 15+ years in TiO2 exports.
Last updated: October 2026