White powdered Rutile Titanium Dioxide labeled R608 in a 25 kg bag
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Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608

Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 is a high-opacity white pigment widely used in paints, coatings, and plastics for color brightness and durability. Available in 25 kg bags, supplied for industrial use in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number13463-67-7
Chemical FormulaTiO2
AppearanceWhite powder
Packaging25 kg bags
StorageCool, dry, ventilated chemical storage

Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameRutile Titanium Dioxide R608
CategoryPaints and Coating
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608

Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 is a premium-grade pigment primarily utilized for its excellent brightness, high opacity, and resistance to discoloration, making it a favored choice in the coatings and paints industry. It enhances whiteness and weather resistance in exterior and interior paints, ensuring long-lasting color retention. This grade is commonly supplied in 25 kg bags to meet industrial handling and storage norms. Handling Rutile Titanium Dioxide requires storing it in cool, dry, and well-ventilated areas to prevent moisture ingress and caking, especially significant in humid climates. Its chemical stability supports applications in plastics, where it improves opacity and UV resistance, extending product lifespan. Finstar Chemicals offers reliable distribution of Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 with service coverage across Kenya and neighboring regions, facilitating procurement teams with consistent quality and batch documentation. Industrial buyers benefit from minimized dust generation due to its controlled particle size, aiding in safer handling during manufacturing processes.

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Applications

Paints and CoatingsUsed as a pigment to provide brightness, opacity, and durability in exterior and interior paints.
PlasticsEnhances color opacity and UV resistance in plastic products, improving their longevity.
Paper IndustryUsed to improve whiteness and opacity in paper coatings and finishes.
CosmeticsUtilized as a white pigment in formulations for products such as sunscreens and powders.

Benefits

High Opacity Enhances Color CoverageThe rutile structure provides exceptional light-scattering properties, reducing the amount of pigment needed for effective coverage.
UV Resistance for DurabilityStable under UV exposure, the pigment prevents color fading and degradation in outdoor applications.
Controlled Particle Size Reduces DustManufactured with regulated particle dimensions that minimize airborne dust, enhancing workplace safety.
Moisture-Resistant PackagingThe 25 kg bag packaging protects the pigment from moisture ingress, maintaining powder flow and consistency.

Features

Industrial Grade R608Specifically designed for high-performance applications in paints and coatings.
25 kg Bag PackagingFacilitates handling and storage for industrial operations while protecting material integrity.
Batch Documentation AvailableCOA and quality certificates are provided to ensure compliance and traceability.

Industries Served

Paint ManufacturingUsed extensively to produce durable, color-stable paints for construction and automotive sectors.
Plastic ProductionKey pigment in plastics manufacturing to improve aesthetic appeal and resistance to photo-degradation.
Paper CoatingsApplied to enhance visual whiteness and brightness in specialty paper products.
Cosmetics IndustryServes as a pigment and UV filter additive in various personal care products.

Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Rutile Titanium Dioxide R608 is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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