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SEMITI 826D vs Chemours Ti-Pure R-960

SEMITI 826D is coil/industrial coatings-specific; Ti-Pure R-960 is plastics-specific. Different niches — don't substitute across.

These are positioned for different applications — SEMITI 826D for outdoor coatings (coil, industrial); Ti-Pure R-960 for plastics masterbatch (engineering plastics). They are not substitutes for each other. This comparison helps buyers choose the right SEMITI grade against the right reference.

Side-by-side specification

Typical published specs for the two grades. Customer-specific CoA on inquiry.

PropertySEMITI 826DChemours Ti-Pure R-960
Primary applicationOutdoor coatings (coil, industrial)Plastics masterbatch (engineering)
Surface treatmentHeavy Al2O3 + SiO2 + organicAl2O3 + amine organic
QUV gloss retention≥70% (coil coating)Not measured for plastics
Thermal stabilityNot optimized for >250°C≥300°C

Bold amber indicates the column with the stronger value on that line.

When to choose which

Choose
SEMITI 826D
  • →Outdoor coatings (coil, industrial, architectural facade)
  • →PVDF / polyester coil coating systems
Choose
Chemours Ti-Pure R-960
  • →ABS / PC / PA engineering plastic compounding
  • →HALS-stabilized outdoor plastics

Drop-in substitution

Don't substitute between these. For coatings comparison vs R-960, see SEMITI 826D vs Tronox CR-826 instead.

Pricing context

Different applications, different price points.

Bottom line

Choose by application: 826D for coatings, R-960 (or SEMITI 960) for engineering plastics.

Full SEMITI 826D details

rutile · chloride
SEMITI 826D
Durable Industrial Rutile

Heavy-duty rutile for outdoor industrial and coil coatings — 10+ year gloss retention.

Full TDS, specifications, dosage →

Common questions

Can SEMITI 826D substitute Ti-Pure R-960 in engineering plastic compounding?+
No — these serve different applications. SEMITI 826D is optimized for outdoor coatings (coil, industrial, PVDF) with heavy SiO₂ overcoat. Ti-Pure R-960 is optimized for engineering plastics (ABS/PC/PA) at 300°C with amine-compatible surface treatment. Cross-substitution is not recommended.
What is the right SEMITI grade to replace Ti-Pure R-960 in engineering plastics?+
Use SEMITI 960 — it is the direct R-960 equivalent with amine-compatible Al₂O₃ + organic surface treatment, HALS compatibility, and thermal stability at 300°C (Δb* ≤2.0). SEMITI 826D is the coatings grade and is not the right substitute for plastics applications.
What application is SEMITI 826D actually designed for?+
SEMITI 826D is designed for outdoor coatings requiring maximum chalking resistance: coil-coated cladding (PVDF, polyester), heavy-duty industrial topcoats, architectural facade systems, and bridge/infrastructure coatings. For these applications, see the SEMITI 826D vs Tronox CR-826 comparison for the relevant pricing and drop-in details.

Request SEMITI 826D sample for Chemours Ti-Pure R-960 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.

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