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TiO2 supplier for Russia

Russia's TiO2 market reorganized post-2022 — Chinese supply now dominates after EU and Tronox/Venator exits.

Market size
~95,000 t/year
Lead time
Ocean: 30–40 days; Overland rail (via Mongolia/Kazakhstan): 15–20 days
Main ports
St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, Novorossiysk

Market context

Russia consumes approximately 95,000 t TiO2 annually. The market reorganized dramatically post-February 2022 — major Western suppliers (Tronox, Venator, Kronos) suspended Russian operations. Chinese TiO2 now supplies the majority of Russian demand.

Buyer profile

Russian buyers include major paint companies (Tikkurila has divested Russian operations), Empils, Russian Coatings, plastic compounders, and PVC producers.

Logistics

Multiple transport options post-2022: ocean to St. Petersburg via Suez (slower), Far East via Vladivostok, or overland rail via Mongolia and Kazakhstan (15–20 days). Overland rail has gained share for time-sensitive shipments.

Regulations & import

Russia operates under separate trade regime post-2022. We work within applicable legal frameworks. EAEU customs union procedures.

Payment terms

Payment structures have evolved post-2022. Discuss case-by-case. Yuan-Ruble settlement increasingly common.

Common questions — Russia

Has SEMITI taken share from Tronox/Venator in Russia post-2022?+
Yes — Chinese TiO2 producers including LB Group have substantially increased Russian market share. SEMITI supplies many Russian paint and plastic manufacturers that previously imported from Western suppliers.

Request quote for delivery to Russia

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