A Universal TiO2 Grade for Evolving Regulatory Requirements: Meeting Challenges with Innovation

The coatings industry continues to face increasing pressure from evolving regulatory and voluntary standards. Trimethylolpropane (TMP), a common surface treatment for TiO₂, was moving toward a higher hazard classification; while circumstances have evolved, it remains self-classified as Reprotoxic Category 2. This drives the need for alternatives that meet performance and compliance requirements across architectural, industrial, and powder coatings.

This paper outlines the changing regulatory landscape and shows how Chemours’ TMP-free grades provide a viable path forward. This grade offers improved wetting and enhanced dispersibility, delivering reliable performance while supporting compliance with food contact requirements and future regulatory expectations.