TiO2 supplier for Egypt
Egypt's TiO2 market serves domestic paint and plastic plus re-export distribution to North Africa and Sub-Saharan markets.
Market context
Egypt consumes approximately 50,000 t TiO2 annually. Cairo and Alexandria are the industrial centers. Paint demand from construction (despite currency volatility), plastic packaging, and textile delustering for cotton-fiber industry are primary drivers.
Buyer profile
Recommended SEMITI grades for Egypt
Cost-optimized sulfate-process rutile — 25% cheaper than chloride for non-critical applications.
Our flagship chloride-process rutile — high tinting strength and broad compatibility for coatings, plastics, and inks.
Universal plastics rutile — direct alternative to Kronos 2310 for PVC, PE, PP, ABS.
Logistics
Alexandria handles 70% of imports. Port Said and Damietta serve secondary flows. Suez Canal transit required.
Regulations & import
Import duty 5%. VAT 14%. Egypt periodically imposes import restrictions during foreign exchange stress.
Payment terms
Common questions — Egypt
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