TiO2 supplier for United Arab Emirates
UAE is a Middle East trade hub — local construction paint plus re-export distribution to Africa, Levant, and East Africa.
Market context
UAE domestic consumption is approximately 30,000 t/year, but the country serves as a major re-export hub. Jebel Ali is one of the largest container ports in the Middle East, with significant TiO2 flows continuing to Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, East Africa, and Levant markets.
Buyer profile
Recommended SEMITI grades for United Arab Emirates
Our flagship chloride-process rutile — high tinting strength and broad compatibility for coatings, plastics, and inks.
Universal coatings-grade rutile — the global reference for waterborne and solventborne paints.
Premium chloride rutile for high-end coatings — exceptional gloss retention and weather durability.
Heavy-duty rutile for outdoor industrial and coil coatings — 10+ year gloss retention.
Universal plastics rutile — direct alternative to Kronos 2310 for PVC, PE, PP, ABS.
Logistics
Jebel Ali is the primary destination. Modern container infrastructure, efficient customs. 18–22 days from Qingdao. Suez Canal transit required.
Regulations & import
5% import duty (GCC common external tariff). VAT 5%. No specific anti-dumping. REACH not required but increasingly expected for re-export to EU.
Payment terms
Common questions — United Arab Emirates
Can SEMITI be supplied through UAE for re-export?+
Request quote for delivery to United Arab Emirates
We respond within 24 hours UTC+8 with FOB / CIF / DDP terms specific to your destination port.