SEMITI 298 vs Kronos 1001
SEMITI 298 matches Kronos 1001 as a universal sulfate-process rutile.
Kronos 1001 is a European universal sulfate rutile. SEMITI 298 is the direct alternative from LB Group's sulfate production.
Side-by-side specification
Typical published specs for the two grades. Customer-specific CoA on inquiry.
| Property | SEMITI 298 | Kronos 1001 |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Sulfate | Sulfate |
| Color (b*) | ≤2.5 | ≤2.4 |
| Landed cost | Lower | Reference |
Bold amber indicates the column with the stronger value on that line.
When to choose which
Choose
SEMITI 298
- →Asia-Pacific economy paint and plastics
Choose
Kronos 1001
- →European local supply preference
Drop-in substitution
Direct substitution. Modest color shift acceptable in matte and economy applications.
Pricing context
Comparable economy-tier pricing — SEMITI 298 marginally lower.
Bottom line
Direct sulfate alternative.
Common questions
Can SEMITI 298 substitute Kronos 1001 directly in economy paint and plastics?+
Yes — both are universal sulfate-process rutile grades for cost-optimized paint, plastics, and ink. Direct substitution at the same loading. A modest color shift (Δb* ~0.1) is acceptable in matte and economy applications. Run a short pilot batch to confirm.
How much cheaper is SEMITI 298 vs Kronos 1001?+
Comparable economy-tier pricing — SEMITI 298 lands marginally lower than Kronos 1001 in Asian markets. The bigger saving vs Kronos 1001 comes from avoiding European-origin freight for Asia-Pacific buyers.
When should I keep using Kronos 1001 rather than switching to SEMITI 298?+
Keep Kronos 1001 when you are a European buyer who prefers local supply for just-in-time logistics, or when your customer base specifies European-origin TiO2. For Asia-Pacific economy paint and plastic compounders, SEMITI 298 from LB Group's sulfate production is the natural cost-efficient choice.
Request SEMITI 298 sample for Kronos 1001 substitution trial
Free 25 kg sample for technical evaluation. We typically respond within 24 hours UTC+8. FOB / CIF / DDP terms available to most ports worldwide.