Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tronox Holdings plc (NYSE: TROX) (“Tronox” or the “Company”), the world’s leading integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide pigment, today announced its intent to permanently close its 46,000 metric ton per year TiO₂ plant in Fuzhou, China. The closure reflects ongoing weak Chinese domestic demand and increasing costs, particularly for sulfur, a key raw material, plus continued excess Chinese TiO₂ production. The operating site currently employs approximately 550 impacted permanent staff. Given the Company’s globally diversified manufacturing footprint, Tronox does not expect that this action will impact its ability to serve customers.
Tronox estimates incurring restructuring and other related charges, primarily in the fourth quarter 2025, of approximately $60-80 million, including $35-45 million of non-cash write-downs related to the shutdown. Cost savings are estimated to exceed $15 million annually.

John D. Romano, Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We thank our colleagues in China for their hard work and dedication over many years. Unfortunately, the prolonged market downturn combined with rising production costs eroded the financial and commercial viability of continued operations. The closure was also necessitated by Chinese competitors’ continued excess production and unsustainable pricing.”

In addition, Tronox is releasing selected, preliminary fourth quarter 2025 financial results. For the fourth quarter 2025, Tronox’s revenue is expected to be $730 million, an increase of 8% compared to the prior year or 4% compared to the prior quarter. Expected revenue of $730 million is comprised of $577 million from TiO₂, $78 million from zircon, and $75 million from other products.