R216 Rutile Grade Titanium Dioxide (General Purpose)
R216 is a high-quality rutile titanium dioxide pigment produced through the sulfate process. It features advanced particle size control and coating technologies. The surface is treated with inorganic coatings of silicon and aluminum, as well as special organic treatments, providing excellent optical performance and superior pigment properties. With good whiteness, high gloss, high hiding power, strong tinting strength, and high weather resistance, R216 is suitable for a wide variety of applications in coatings and other industries.
Standards and specifications
- Type: R2, ISO591-1:2000
- CAS Number: 13463-67-7
- EINECS Number: 236-675-5
- Color Index No.: 77891, White Pigment 6
- ASTM D476-84: II
Main features
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Properties |
Specification R216 |
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Mass fraction of TiO2 /% |
≥92.0 |
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Rutile content /% |
≥98.0 |
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Surface treatment |
Silicon, Aluminum Inorganic Coating + Special Organic Treatment |
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PH value |
6.5–8.5 |
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Specific Gravity g/cm³ |
4.1 |
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Loose Bulk Density g/cm³ |
0.7–1.0 |
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Volatiles at 105°C /% |
≤0.5 |
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Water-soluble content /% |
≤0.5 |
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Residue on 45µm sieve /% |
≤0.1 |
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Brightness /% |
≥95 |
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Oil absorption g/100g |
≤23 |
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Tinting strength (Reynold's number) |
≥1720 |
Product Highlights
1.Excellent Optical Properties
R216 provides superior whiteness, high gloss, and exceptional hiding power, ensuring excellent coverage and a clean finish in a wide range of applications.
2.Superior Durability
With strong weather resistance and anti-powdering capabilities, R216 is suitable for both interior and exterior applications, even under harsh environmental conditions.
3.Strong Dispersion and Low Oil Absorption
This product is easy to disperse in various systems and has a low oil absorption value (≤23 g/100g), ensuring smooth and efficient processing in different media.
4.Widely Applicable
R216 is widely used in coatings, including indoor and outdoor paints, industrial coatings, powder coatings, traffic paints, anti-corrosion coatings, and specialty coatings for ships. It is also suitable for plastics, color masterbatches, rubber, inks, leather, paper, decorative paper, and laminates.
Applications
R216 is a versatile and multipurpose titanium dioxide pigment that is ideal for use in various fields, such as:
- Coatings: Interior and exterior paints, industrial coatings, powder coatings, anti-corrosion coatings, traffic paints, and ship coatings.
- Plastics: Color masterbatches, rubber, and various plastic applications.
- Other Industries: Inks, leather, paper, decorative paper, and laminates.
Packaging
R216 is typically packaged in 25kg plastic-lined woven bags or paper-plastic composite bags. Bulk packaging options of 500kg or 1000kg are also available per customer request.
Storage & Handling
R216 is a safe, white powder. During transportation, prevent moisture exposure. Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated area. Avoid inhaling dust, and if contamination occurs, wash with soap and water. Please refer to the relevant material safety data sheets (MSDS) for further handling information.
