Rutile titanium dioxide for plastics, masterbatch & coatings
R&P Developments supplies rutile titanium dioxide pigments for plastics, masterbatch, PVC, coatings and other suitable applications. Our product range supports requirements including whiteness, opacity, tinting strength, dispersion and processing performance.
We work with customers to understand the formulation, manufacturing process, required properties and intended end use before exploring an appropriate grade or alternative sourcing solution.
Titanium dioxide selection based on the complete application
Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used to support opacity, brightness, whiteness and tinting strength across plastics, masterbatch, coatings and other suitable applications.
Performance depends on more than TiO₂ content alone. Crystal form, production process, surface treatment, particle characteristics, dispersion, processing conditions and intended end use can all influence the finished result.
R&P works with customers and manufacturing partners to explore an appropriate grade, equivalent product or sourcing solution based on the available technical, application and commercial requirements.
Opacity and tinting strength
Rutile titanium dioxide can support hiding power, colour development and opacity. Final performance depends on the grade, formulation, concentration and application.
Whiteness and appearance
Grade selection can influence brightness, whiteness, undertone, gloss and the appearance of the finished product.
Dispersion and processing
Surface treatment and particle characteristics can affect dispersion, melt behaviour, processing consistency and finished-product quality.
Application-specific selection
Different grades are suited to different polymers, coatings, processes and service conditions. R&P helps customers consider the complete requirement before exploring a suitable option.
Rutile titanium dioxide grades for different application requirements
The RT range includes rutile titanium dioxide pigments developed for different plastics, masterbatch, coatings and processing requirements.
The descriptions below provide a general introduction. Final grade selection and suitability should be confirmed using current technical information, the complete formulation, processing conditions, intended application and customer trials.
RT-101
A silica-, alumina- and organically treated sulphate-process rutile titanium dioxide pigment developed to provide opacity, weather resistance and reliable dispersion.
RT-101 may be considered for suitable architectural and industrial coatings, powder and coil coatings, printing inks, road-marking paints and exterior-plastics applications.
RT-102
A blue-tone sulphate-process rutile titanium dioxide pigment designed for plastics applications requiring brightness, whiteness, optical performance and effective dispersion.
RT-102 may be considered for high-concentration masterbatch, polyolefins, modified plastics, interior rigid and flexible PVC, plastisols, ABS and PS applications.
RT-103
An alumina- and organically treated chloride-process rutile titanium dioxide pigment developed primarily for plastics and masterbatch applications.
RT-103 may be considered where high whiteness, tinting strength, dispersion and melt fluidity are important, including polyolefins, moulding and high-temperature film applications.
Supporting colour and opacity across demanding applications
Rutile titanium dioxide pigments may be used across a wide range of plastics, masterbatch, coatings and specialist applications. The appropriate grade depends on the formulation, manufacturing process, required appearance, service conditions and intended end use.
PVC & PLASTICS
Titanium dioxide pigments for suitable rigid and flexible PVC applications where whiteness, opacity, dispersion, surface appearance and processing performance are important considerations.
MASTERBATCH & POLYOLEFINS
Rutile titanium dioxide grades for suitable high-concentration masterbatch, PP, PE, film, fibre, injection-moulding and blow-moulding applications.
COATINGS & SPECIALIST USES
Pigment solutions for suitable architectural and industrial coatings, powder and coil coatings, printing inks, road-marking paints and other specialist applications.
Choosing the right titanium dioxide grade
Titanium dioxide performance is influenced by the complete formulation, manufacturing process and required finished-product properties.
Providing relevant application information helps R&P and its manufacturing partners explore an appropriate grade, equivalent product or sourcing solution.
Information that helps us understand your requirement
- Current titanium dioxide grade or supplier reference, if known
- Polymer, binder or wider formulation information
- Manufacturing process, equipment and processing temperature
- Required opacity, whiteness, undertone, gloss or weather resistance
- Intended application, service conditions and end use
- Indicative quantity and packaging requirements
How R&P can help
- Review the application and available formulation information
- Explore a suitable RT grade or alternative product
- Compare relevant technical information with an existing grade
- Communicate with manufacturing partners where required
- Support product evaluation and processing discussions
- Provide relevant technical and safety documentation
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Selection depends on the formulation, manufacturing process, required opacity, whiteness, undertone, dispersion, weather resistance and intended end use. Providing application and processing information helps us explore an appropriate starting point.
RT-101 is a sulphate-process grade suited to selected coatings, inks and exterior applications. RT-102 is a blue-tone sulphate-process grade developed primarily for plastics, PVC and masterbatch. RT-103 is a chloride-process grade designed mainly for plastics and masterbatch applications requiring strong whiteness, tinting strength, dispersion and melt fluidity. Final suitability should be confirmed through current technical information and customer trials.
Yes. If you provide the current product reference, Technical Data Sheet, formulation, process and required performance, we can review the available information and explore a potentially suitable alternative. Any proposed grade should be evaluated and validated under the customer’s own processing and end-use conditions.
Relevant Technical Data Sheets and Safety Data Sheets can be provided where available. Please contact us with the grade, application and market involved so that we can supply the appropriate current documentation.
R&P Developments does not manufacture titanium dioxide in-house. We source products from third-party manufacturers and support customers with product information, grade selection, documentation and communication throughout the supply arrangement.
DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Looking for a titanium dioxide grade?
Tell us about your formulation, manufacturing process, current grade and required performance. We will review the available information and help you explore an appropriate titanium dioxide grade, alternative product or sourcing solution.