Shortlist M-510
When the project needs one chloride-process grade across architectural, automotive, coil, anticorrosion, decorative, powder-coating, ink, plastics, masterbatch, or profile trials.
M-510 vs M-996 Rutile Titanium Dioxide
A current-TDS comparison for coating formulators and technical buyers.
Quick Answer: M-510 is a chloride-process, TMP/TME-free multi-application grade for coatings, printing inks, plastics, masterbatch, and profiles. M-996 is a sulfate-process coatings grade for industrial, powder, and architectural systems. Choose by end use, formulation compatibility, technical properties, and trial results rather than process alone.
Side-by-Side Current TDS Comparison
| Comparison point | M-510 | M-996 |
|---|---|---|
| Process | Chloride process | Sulfate process |
| Standard positioning | TMP/TME-Free Multi-Application Grade | General Coatings Grade |
| TDS-listed applications | Interior and exterior architectural coatings; Automotive OEM and refinish paints; Coil, anticorrosion, decorative, and powder coatings; Letterpress, offset, and intaglio printing inks; Engineering plastics, masterbatch, and profiles | Industrial coatings; Powder coatings; Exterior architectural coatings; Interior architectural coatings |
| TiO2 content | 94.5% | 95% |
| Oil absorption | 17.5 g/100 g | 18 g/100 g |
| Surface treatment | Zirconia, alumina, organic | Alumina, zirconia; Present |
The table reproduces selected current TDS data and is not a sales specification.
When to Shortlist Each Grade
Shortlist M-996
When the project calls for a sulfate-process grade for industrial, powder, exterior architectural, or interior architectural coating trials.
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Buyer FAQ
What is the main difference between M-510 and M-996?
M-510 is a chloride-process multi-application grade for coatings, inks, plastics, masterbatch, and profiles. M-996 is a sulfate-process grade for industrial, powder, and architectural coatings.
Does this comparison replace formulation testing?
No. The comparison uses current TDS data to build a shortlist. Final suitability depends on the target formulation, benchmark, and application trials.
How do I request both TDS files?
Use the separate M-510 and M-996 TDS request links on this page. The current documents are provided by email after request.
Compare both grades in your formulation
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