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SEMITI 996 vs Venator TR92

SEMITI 996 matches Venator TR92's universal chloride rutile positioning at significantly lower cost.

Venator (formerly Huntsman Pigments) TR92 is a UK-origin universal chloride rutile, broadly comparable to R-902, CR-828, and SEMITI 996 in positioning. With Venator under financial restructuring in 2023–2024, many buyers are evaluating alternatives. SEMITI 996 is a stable Chinese-source alternative.

Side-by-side specification

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

PropertySEMITI 996Venator TR92
ProcessChlorideChloride
Surface treatmentAl2O3 + organicAl2O3 + organic
Tinting strength≥1850≥1850
Color (CIE L*)≥97.6≥97.5
Supply chain stabilityStable tier-1 ChineseRestructuring (2023–2024)
Landed cost (Asia)LowerReference

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

When to choose which

Choose
SEMITI 996
  • →Existing Venator TR92 customer concerned about supply continuity
  • →Cost-optimization in coatings and plastic compounding
  • →Asia-Pacific operations
Choose
Venator TR92
  • →Long-term Venator contracts with no business case to switch

Drop-in substitution

Standard pilot batch validation. Venator TR92 to SEMITI 996 substitution typically passes first-time given matched surface treatment.

Pricing context

Both at competitive pricing — SEMITI 996 lands marginally lower at FCL volumes.

Bottom line

Stable alternative to Venator TR92 with cost advantage.

Full SEMITI 996 details

rutile · chloride
SEMITI 996
Universal Rutile

Our flagship chloride-process rutile — high tinting strength and broad compatibility for coatings, plastics, and inks.

Full TDS, specifications, dosage →

Common questions

Can SEMITI 996 substitute Venator TR92 directly in coatings and plastics?+
Yes — matched surface treatment (Al₂O₃ + organic), tinting strength (≥1850), and CIE L* (SEMITI 996 ≥97.6 vs TR92 ≥97.5). Standard pilot batch validation applies. First-time pass rate is high given the close spec alignment.
How does SEMITI 996 pricing compare to Venator TR92?+
Both are competitively priced universal chloride rutile grades. SEMITI 996 lands marginally lower at FCL volumes. More importantly, SEMITI 996 offers supply chain stability from a tier-1 Chinese producer (LB Group, 1.5M t/year capacity), which is a key consideration given Venator's financial restructuring in 2023–2024.
When should I keep using Venator TR92 rather than switching?+
Keep TR92 when you have long-term Venator contracts with no commercial pressure to switch and your supply continuity has not been affected. For buyers who have experienced Venator supply disruptions, or who are proactively de-risking their TiO2 supply chain, SEMITI 996 is a stable, cost-competitive alternative.

Request SEMITI 996 sample for Venator TR92 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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