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TiO2 supplier for Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's TiO2 market — moderate volume but consistent demand for paint, plastic, and rubber industries.

Market size
~12,000 t/year
Lead time
14–18 days ocean transit
Main ports
Colombo, Hambantota

Market context

Sri Lanka consumes approximately 12,000 t TiO2 annually. The market is recovering from the 2022–2023 economic crisis. Paint, plastic compounding, and tire manufacturing are the primary segments. Sri Lanka also serves as a transshipment hub for the broader Indian Ocean region.

Buyer profile

Major buyers include local paint companies (Asian Paints Lanka, Multilac, Causeway) and a smaller industrial plastic and rubber compounding base.

Logistics

Colombo is the primary port and a major regional transshipment hub. 14–18 days from Qingdao.

Regulations & import

Import duty varies (5–15%). VAT 15%. Sri Lanka periodically imposes special commodity levies during foreign exchange stress.

Payment terms

LC at sight standard. TT for very small orders.

Common questions — Sri Lanka

Has Sri Lanka's economic situation affected TiO2 imports?+
The 2022–2023 crisis significantly disrupted imports. Conditions improved through 2024–2025 as IMF program stabilized currency. We've maintained continuous supply to established Sri Lankan buyers throughout.

Request quote for delivery to Sri Lanka

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