Synthetic rutile is a premium titanium dioxide (TiO₂) feedstock produced through the beneficiation of natural ilmenite and other titanium-bearing minerals. With a TiO₂ content of approximately 95%, it offers exceptional purity and consistency, making it ideal for applications that demand high titanium concentration and low impurity levels. This refined material is extensively used across industries involved in the production of titanium dioxide pigments, titanium metal, and advanced titanium-based products, where performance, efficiency, and material quality are critical.
Physical Properties
| Colour | Greyish brown |
| Bulk Density | 1.55 to 1.65 g/cc (as provided) |
| Particle Size | Typically depends on the processing method; can vary for specific applications. |
| Crystal Structure | Tetragonal (rutile form of titanium dioxide) |
| Particle Size Distribution | 75 – 420 microns 36 – 200 BSS mesh |
| TiO2 Content | 95% |
| Chemical Composition | Mainly Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% |
| Particle Size | Fine to Medium (Typically 100-150 µm) |
| Hardness (Mohs scale) | 6.0 to 7.0 |
| Specific Gravity | ~4.0 |
| Refractive Index | 2.70 – 2.85 |
| Melting Point | 1,800°C (approx.) |
| Chemical Inertness | High (resistant to corrosion and heat) |
| Conductivity | Low |
Chemical Properties
| Constituents | Guaranteed | Typical Results |
| TiO2 | 95% min. | 95.25% |
| Total Fe | 2.10% max. | 1.82% |
| Fe2O3 | 3% max. | 2.60% |
| SiO2 | 1.50% max. | 1.35% |
| Loss On Ignition | 0.50% max. | 0.40% |
| Moisture | 0.25% max. | 0.20% |
| Particle Size Distribution | 75 – 420 microns 36 – 200 BSS mesh | 90% |
Know how the product can be used
Synthetic Rutile Applications
| Industry | Applications | Key benefits |
| Titanium Dioxide | Pigments for paints, coatings, plastics, paper, and cosmetics | High opacity, whiteness, UV blocking |
| Aerospace & Defence | Titanium metal for engine parts, Titanium sponge, airframes, military equipment | Strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance |
| Automotive | Lightweight titanium components for engines, exhaust, and chassis | Enhanced fuel efficiency, corrosion resistance |
| Welding & Metalworking | Welding electrodes, surface coatings for metal treatment | Arc stability, improved surface properties |
| Ceramic & Refractory | Ceramic glazes, refractories, heat-resistant molds | Thermal stability, durability |
| Electronics | Insulators, capacitors, thin-film semiconductors | High dielectric strength, insulation |
| Glass | Toughened glass, UV-resistant glass coatings | Strength, thermal shock resistance |
