SEMITI 298 vs LB Group R-298
SEMITI 298 sources from the same LB Group tier-1 producer family as LB R-298 — functionally equivalent with trade-direct sourcing.
LB R-298 is currently the highest-volume sulfate-process rutile grade in global trade — universally used for cost-optimized paint, plastic, and ink applications. SEMITI 298 is sourced from the LB Group tier-1 producer family and is functionally identical to LB R-298. The difference is the trade structure: SEMITI 298 comes through our consolidated supply chain with English-language technical support.
Side-by-side specification
Typical published specs for the two grades. Customer-specific CoA on inquiry.
| Property | SEMITI 298 | LB Group R-298 |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Sulfate | Sulfate |
| TiO2 content | ≥92.0% | ≥92.0% |
| Rutile content | ≥96.0% | ≥96.0% |
| Color (b*) | ≤2.5 | ≤2.5 |
| Supply chain | SEMITI trade with technical support | Direct LB Group export |
Bold amber indicates the column with the stronger value on that line.
When to choose which
- →Buyers wanting English technical support and consolidated supply
- →First-time buyers from China who need pre-qualification handholding
- →Smaller volume buyers (LCL / partial container)
- →Direct LB-Group contract buyers with established supply chain
- →Very large volume buyers with their own quality control teams
Drop-in substitution
Pricing context
Pricing is similar at FCL volumes — SEMITI 298 includes the trade margin and technical support; LB-direct excludes both. For 5+ FCL/year buyers, LB-direct is typically lower; for 1–5 FCL/year, SEMITI 298 is comparable with better service.
Same material, different supply chain. Choose based on volume and technical-support needs.
Request SEMITI 298 sample for LB Group R-298 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.