White powder of titanium dioxide pigment in a 25 kg labelled bag
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Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade

Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade is a white pigment used for opacity and brightness in paints, plastics, and coatings, supplied in 25kg bags. It is commonly sourced for manufacturing and industrial uses in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number13463-67-7
Chemical FormulaTiO2
AppearanceFine white powder
Packaging25 kg multi-layer paper bags
StorageStore in cool, dry, ventilated conditions

Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameTitanium Dioxide Rutile Grade
CategoryPaper/Pulp Industry
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade

Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) Rutile Grade is a high-performance white pigment prized for its exceptional opacity, brightness, and resistance to discoloration. It is widely used in the production of paints, coatings, plastics, rubber, paper, and inks. The rutile form provides superior durability and UV resistance compared to anatase grades, making it suitable for outdoor applications and long-lasting products. This grade is typically supplied as a fine white powder in 25 kg bags, making it manageable for diverse industrial mixing and compounding processes. Buyers rely on its consistent particle size and dispersion properties to ensure uniform color and coverage in final products. In handling, this pigment should be stored in a cool, dry environment to prevent moisture uptake, which can impact dispersion efficiency. Protective equipment is recommended during processing to avoid inhalation of fine dust. Finstar Chemicals supplies Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade for industrial users in Kenya and neighboring regions. Procurement teams value its dependable supply, stable quality, and comprehensive documentation to facilitate compliance and traceability. This product supports the manufacturing of coatings, plastics, and specialty products requiring high whiteness and durability. Application versatility and robust chemical stability make this pigment indispensable for sectors requiring long-lasting whiteness and opacity.

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Applications

Paints and CoatingsUsed to provide whiteness, opacity, and UV resistance in architectural and industrial paints.
Plastics IndustryAdded to improve brightness and opacity while enhancing weather resistance in plastic products.
Paper ProductionImproves paper brightness and opacity, ensuring better printability and visual appeal.
Rubber ManufacturingEnhances whiteness and durability in rubber compounds, contributing to improved final product quality.
Inks and PigmentsUsed as a white pigment base for various ink formulations requiring high hiding power.

Benefits

High UV ResistanceThe rutile crystal form provides superior protection against UV-induced degradation, extending the lifespan of coatings and plastics.
Strong Opacity and BrightnessFine particle size and high refractive index yield excellent hiding power and whiteness, reducing pigment load in formulations.
Consistent DispersionManufactured to tight particle size distributions, ensuring uniform dispersion in diverse industrial applications for predictable performance.
Moisture StabilityPackaged to limit moisture ingress, preserving pigment quality and preventing clumping during storage and handling.

Features

Rutile Grade PurityManufactured to deliver high-grade rutile crystalline structure, optimizing durability and brightness.
Standard Packaging SizeSupplied in 25 kg bags suitable for industrial batching and ease of handling.
Batch DocumentationCOA and quality documentation available to support regulatory compliance and quality assurance.
Stable Particle SizeEngineered particle size promotes good dispersion and product consistency in end-use formulations.

Industries Served

Paints and CoatingsEssential additive for achieving desired whiteness, durability, and protective properties in coatings.
Plastics ManufacturingUsed in color formulation and performance enhancement of plastic products exposed to environmental factors.
Paper IndustryEnhances paper brightness and opacity critical for printing and packaging quality.
Rubber IndustryImproves whiteness and UV stability in rubber products, helping maintain appearance and performance.
Printing InksProvides key pigment properties supporting opacity and color consistency in ink formulations.

Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade 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. Titanium Dioxide Rutile Grade 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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