SEMITI 902 vs Chemours Ti-Pure R-901
SEMITI 902 is universal coatings; Ti-Pure R-901 is similar positioning — close performance and cost-substitution opportunity.
Ti-Pure R-901 is another Chemours universal coatings grade, broadly comparable to R-902. SEMITI 902 substitutes either Ti-Pure reference at the same positioning.
Side-by-side specification
Typical published specs for the two grades. Customer-specific CoA on inquiry.
| Property | SEMITI 902 | Chemours Ti-Pure R-901 |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Chloride | Chloride |
| Tinting strength | ≥1850 | ≥1850 |
| Surface treatment | Al2O3 + organic | Al2O3 + organic |
Bold amber indicates the column with the stronger value on that line.
When to choose which
Choose
SEMITI 902
- →Cost-optimization vs Ti-Pure
Choose
Chemours Ti-Pure R-901
- →Premium Chemours customer requirement
Drop-in substitution
Standard substitution as with R-902.
Pricing context
Same dynamic as R-902 substitution.
Bottom line
Direct alternative.
Common questions
Can SEMITI 902 substitute Ti-Pure R-901 directly in waterborne and solventborne paint?+
Yes — Ti-Pure R-901 and R-902 are broadly comparable Chemours universal coatings grades, and SEMITI 902 substitutes either at the same positioning. Same loading, same dispersion procedure. Standard pilot batch validation (50–100 kg) recommended before scaling.
How does SEMITI 902 pricing compare to Ti-Pure R-901?+
Same cost dynamic as SEMITI 902 vs R-902 — typically 35–45% lower landed cost in Asian markets. Ti-Pure R-901 and R-902 are priced similarly, so the SEMITI savings vs either Chemours universal grade are identical.
When should I keep using Ti-Pure R-901 rather than switching to SEMITI 902?+
Keep R-901 when your customer or OEM specification names Chemours Ti-Pure by brand, or when you have a premium consumer paint brand where Chemours qualification has marketing value. For cost-sensitive paint production without a brand-specification lock-in, SEMITI 902 is the right economic substitute.
Request SEMITI 902 sample for Chemours Ti-Pure R-901 substitution trial
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