Kronos Worldwide
KROKronos Worldwide is a leading global producer and marketer of value-added titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, a base industrial product used to provide whiteness, brightness, and opacity.
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Aug 5, 2026 (In 1 week)Revenue estimate$484.5M
EPS estimate$0.02
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Kronos Worldwide is a leading global producer and marketer of value-added titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, a base industrial product used to provide whiteness, brightness, and opacity. The company operates a vertically integrated business model, including an ilmenite mine, and serves approximately 3,000 customers across 100 countries through both chloride and sulfate production processes.
Competitive position
One of the top four global TiO2 producers and the leading chloride process producer in Europe.
GeographiesEurope, North America, Asia Pacific
Customer segmentsIndustrial, Consumer Goods, Automotive, Construction
Business modelManufacturing, Vertical Integration
SuppliersTitanium-containing feedstock (natural rutile ore, chlorine slag), Chlorine, Petroleum coke, Sulfuric acid, Ilmenite mining
CustomersCoatings and paint industry, Plastics and packaging manufacturers, Paper and laminate producers, Cosmetics and pharmaceutical manufacturers
CountryUnited States of America
Listed2003
Employees2.2K
CEOBrian W. Christian
SectorBasic Materials
IndustryChemicals - Specialty
Websitekronostio2.com
FilingsSEC EDGAR
Questions, answered.
- What is Kronos Worldwide's market cap?
- Kronos Worldwide (KRO) has a market capitalization of $705.3M and trades on NYSE.
- What is Kronos Worldwide's revenue and profitability?
- Kronos Worldwide generated $1.9B in trailing twelve-month revenue with a net loss of $133.8M, representing a net margin of -7.1%. Gross margin stands at 10.3%, with free cash flow of -$147.9M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
- Who are Kronos Worldwide's competitors?
- Kronos Worldwide's key competitors include Tronox Holdings PLC, The Chemours Company, Valhi, Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
- Who does Kronos Worldwide partner with?
- Kronos Worldwide's notable partners include Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium Ltd., Iluka Resources Limited.
- What subsidiaries does Kronos Worldwide have?
- Kronos Worldwide's subsidiaries include Kronos Louisiana, Inc., Valhi, Inc., NL Industries, Inc., and others.
- Where is Kronos Worldwide headquartered?
- Kronos Worldwide is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 2,196 people. It has been publicly traded since 2003.
