TiO2 supplier for South Korea
South Korea has the shortest delivery time from China — 3–5 days FOB Qingdao to Busan — supporting just-in-time supply for automotive and electronics.
Market context
South Korea consumes approximately 85,000 t TiO2 annually. Hyundai/Kia automotive paint demand, Samsung/LG electronics components, and K-beauty cosmetics nano TiO2 dominate the application mix. The market is mature and tightly qualified.
Buyer profile
Recommended SEMITI grades for South Korea
Automotive OEM grade — formulated for top-coat clearcoat compatibility and acid-rain resistance.
Premium chloride rutile for high-end coatings — exceptional gloss retention and weather durability.
Hydrophobic surface-coated nano TiO2 (15–30 nm) for transparent UV protection in sunscreens and BB creams.
High thermal stability for engineering plastics — extrusion to 300°C without yellowing.
Logistics
Busan is Asia's largest port — 3–5 day transit from Qingdao with daily sailings. JIT supply is practical for Korean buyers. Incheon serves Seoul metropolitan industrial demand.
Regulations & import
Import duty 6.5% (KORUS reduced for some categories). VAT 10%. K-REACH compliance for chemical substances; we provide documentation.
Payment terms
Common questions — South Korea
Can SEMITI NANO-30 be used in K-beauty sunscreens?+
Request quote for delivery to South Korea
We respond within 24 hours UTC+8 with FOB / CIF / DDP terms specific to your destination port.