Titanium Dioxide Supplier for India — SEMITI from China

TiO2 supplier for India

India is one of the world's fastest-growing TiO2 markets — driven by paint demand, PVC infrastructure, and a developing decor paper industry.

Market size

~280,000 t/year (2025) — growing 7–9% annually with paint and PVC demand

Lead time

18–25 days ocean transit FOB Qingdao → JNPT

Main ports

JNPT (Nhava Sheva), Mundra, Chennai, Kolkata, Cochin

Market context

India consumed approximately 280,000 tons of titanium dioxide in 2025, growing at 7–9% annually — faster than any other large national market. The growth is driven by three factors: (1) architectural paint expansion as urbanization and per-capita income drive repaint cycles, (2) PVC infrastructure buildout for water/sewage pipe and window frame, and (3) a developing domestic decor paper industry serving the booming furniture and modular kitchen sectors.

India has limited domestic TiO2 production — Travancore Titanium Products (Kerala) and Kerala Minerals & Metals (KMML) produce sulfate-process TiO2 at small scale. Total domestic capacity is under 50,000 t/year, well below the ~280,000 t demand. The gap is filled by imports — primarily from China (60%+), with smaller volumes from Vietnam, Russia, and occasionally Europe.

Buyer profile

Typical Indian TiO2 buyers fall into three categories: 1. **Tier-1 paint companies** (Asian Paints, Berger, Kansai Nerolac, AkzoNobel India) — large-volume buyers with established procurement teams, typically buying directly from major producers (LB Group, Chemours) or premium tier-1 traders. SEMITI competes here on price + matched-spec qualification. 2. **Mid-tier paint and ink manufacturers** — regional brands and OEM ink suppliers buying 100–1000 t/year, often through specialty distributors. Strong fit for SEMITI 996, 902, INK-1. 3. **PVC pipe and profile extruders** — concentrated in Gujarat (Ahmedabad, Surat) and Maharashtra (Pune, Aurangabad). Cost-sensitive buyers typically use SEMITI 298 (sulfate) or SEMITI 996 (chloride) for general PVC pipe.

Logistics

FOB Qingdao or Shanghai → JNPT (Mumbai) or Mundra (Gujarat) is the primary trade lane: 18–25 days ocean transit. Chennai and Kolkata routes add 2–4 days. Container preference is 20' FCL (18–20 t TiO2). LCL available for sample shipments up to 500 kg via consolidator. Trans-shipment options through Singapore or Colombo are available but typically not preferred — direct China–India routes are well-established with weekly sailings on major carriers (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, ONE).

Regulations & import

India does not impose anti-dumping duty on Chinese TiO2 (as of 2025). Import duty is approximately 7.5% (HS 3206.11.00) plus 18% GST. BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) does not currently require certification for industrial-grade TiO2. For food-contact applications (food packaging plastics), FSSAI compliance is required — we provide migration testing documentation on request.

Payment terms

Common payment terms for Indian buyers: - LC at sight — preferred for first-time buyers and large orders - 30% TT advance + 70% TT against B/L copy — standard for established relationships - 100% TT in advance — for small sample shipments (< 1 t) Indian buyers occasionally request DA 60–90 days — we can offer this for repeat customers with confirmed credit standing.

Common questions — India

Is there anti-dumping duty on Chinese TiO2 in India?+

As of 2025, no anti-dumping duty applies to Chinese TiO2 imports. Standard import duty is 7.5% + 18% GST. The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) periodically reviews; we monitor and inform customers of any policy changes.

Which Indian port is fastest for TiO2 from China?+

Mundra (Gujarat) and JNPT (Nhava Sheva) are the two primary destinations. Both have 18–22 day transit from Qingdao. Mundra is typically slightly faster (newer port, less congestion). For South India buyers (Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin), Chennai port is preferred.

Do you ship to smaller Indian ports like Tuticorin or Visakhapatnam?+

Yes — direct sailings less frequent (2–3 weeks vs weekly to JNPT), but transshipment via Colombo is reliable. Add 4–7 days to standard JNPT timeline.