Titanium Price Guide
Live USD pricing for titanium sponge, mill products, forgings, and scrap. Sourced from our Baoji factory floor + global market trackers.
Last updated: April 2026
Quick Answer: How Much Does Titanium Cost?
As of April 2026, titanium sponge sits at $6,080/ton (+10.5% YoY). Mill products range from $11/kg for commercial-pure Grade 2 bar to $95/kg for medical-grade Ti-6Al-4V ELI forgings. Aerospace Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) typically ships at $22–32/kg for bar stock. Below: full breakdown by grade, form, and region.
1. Titanium Sponge Price (Raw Material)
Sponge is the upstream raw material — every titanium product traces back to it. Price moves on Kroll process electricity costs, magnesium availability, and aerospace demand.
| Grade | Price (USD/ton) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 0 Sponge (≤0.04% O₂, aerospace) | $7,200–8,500 | +12.5% YoY |
| Grade 1 Sponge (≤0.06% O₂, standard) | $6,080 | +10.5% YoY |
| Grade 2 Sponge (chemical-grade) | $5,400–5,800 | +4.0% YoY |
2. Titanium Mill Product Prices by Grade
Prices below are FOB Baoji for typical commercial quantities (≥100 kg). Smaller orders, special tolerances, MTC certificates, and ASTM/AMS conformance documents will adjust the final quote.
| Grade | Bar / Rod (USD/kg) | Sheet / Plate (USD/kg) | Forging (USD/kg) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gr.1 (CP, soft) | 11–13 | 13–16 | — | Most economical |
| Gr.2 (CP, balanced) | 11–14 | 14–18 | 22–28 | Industry workhorse |
| Gr.5 (Ti-6Al-4V) | 22–32 | 30–42 | 28–55 | Aerospace standard |
| Gr.7 (Ti-Pd, corrosion) | 85–120 | 120–180 | — | High-end chemical |
| Gr.9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) | 28–38 | — | — | Bicycle, hydraulic |
| Gr.12 (Ti-Mo-Ni) | 28–35 | 32–40 | — | Heat exchangers |
| Gr.23 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI, medical) | 32–48 | — | 55–95 | ASTM F136 medical |
For tube, pipe, wire, foil, and mesh quotes, use our instant quote tool — pricing varies sharply by OD/ID/wall thickness.
3. Titanium Scrap Price (2026)
Recycled titanium accounts for ~30% of global supply. Aerospace-traceable chip commands a 40–80% premium over generic mixed scrap.
| Scrap Type | USD/kg | 2026 Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Solids (Gr.5 turnings) | $3.20–4.10 | Tight supply, +8% YoY |
| Aerospace Chip (segregated) | $5.50–7.20 | Premium for traceable |
| Mixed CP Scrap | $2.40–3.10 | Stable |
| Sponge Scrap | $4.80–5.60 | Strong demand from re-melt |
4. Regional Price Differences
Same Gr.5 bar can cost 60% more in India than China. Drivers: tariffs, logistics, local capacity, and import compliance overhead.
| Region | vs China Baseline | Why |
|---|---|---|
| China (FOB Baoji) | Reference | Reference price; 60%+ of global mill capacity |
| US (Domestic mill) | +25–40% | Section 232 tariff impact + ATI/TIMET premium |
| Europe (UK/DE/FR) | +18–28% | Logistics + EU CRMA compliance overhead |
| Japan (Toho/Osaka) | +15–22% | Premium quality, aerospace bias |
| India | +45–60% | Limited domestic capacity, import-heavy |
5. What Drives Titanium Price Changes
- Aerospace cycle. Boeing/Airbus delivery rates drive 50%+ of demand for Gr.5/Gr.23. A 100-unit annual swing in 737/A320 production moves the market.
- Energy & magnesium. Kroll process is energy-intensive. China's electricity rate changes flow through within 60 days.
- Geopolitics. Russia (VSMPO) supplies ~30% of aerospace titanium globally. Sanctions and decoupling push Western buyers to alternative sources, tightening Asian supply.
- Specification gates. ASTM F136 medical, AMS 4928 aerospace, and EN 10204 type 3.2 traceability each add 8–25% to the base mill price.
- Order size. Below 100 kg, expect 15–30% premium. Above 1 ton, mill-direct pricing kicks in.
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