Kronos Worldwide specializes in the production of titanium dioxide pigments, offering over 50 different grades in both rutile and anatase crystalline forms. The company's products are primarily utilized in the manufacturing of paints, coatings, plastics, and paper, as well as in specialty applications such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and ceramics. In addition to its core TiO2 business, Kronos produces ilmenite, a raw material feedstock, and iron-based chemicals used for industrial water treatment and agricultural products. The company sells its products under the KRONOS brand through a global network of agents and distributors. Kronos operates as a majority-owned subsidiary of Valhi, Inc., which holds a controlling interest in the firm.
