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TiO2 supplier for Pakistan

Pakistan's TiO2 market is driven by paint demand from construction repaint cycles and PVC infrastructure expansion.

Market size
~30,000 t/year
Lead time
18–22 days ocean transit
Main ports
Karachi, Port Qasim, Gwadar

Market context

Pakistan consumes approximately 30,000 t TiO2 annually. The CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) infrastructure projects are driving incremental construction paint demand. PVC pipe and profile manufacturing in Karachi and Lahore is significant.

Buyer profile

Major buyers include Berger Pakistan, ICI Paints Pakistan, Master Paints, and large PVC manufacturers serving water and sewage infrastructure.

Logistics

Karachi handles 80%+ of imports. Port Qasim serves industrial cargo. Gwadar (CPEC port) is growing as alternative.

Regulations & import

Import duty 11–20% depending on product category. Sales tax 17%. SBP foreign exchange controls require importer to obtain Letter of Credit clearance.

Payment terms

LC at sight is dominant. SBP regulations heavily favor LC over TT for industrial imports.

Common questions — Pakistan

Are there foreign exchange constraints affecting TiO2 imports?+
Pakistan periodically tightens foreign exchange allocations during external sector pressure. We work with importers to plan around these cycles, often shipping smaller more frequent orders to align with allocations.

Request quote for delivery to Pakistan

We respond within 24 hours UTC+8 with FOB / CIF / DDP terms specific to your destination port.