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  • Lomon Billions Group is also a prominent titanium dioxide manufacturer in China. With a history dating back to 1989, Lomon Billions has become one of the largest titanium dioxide producers in the world. The company is known for its extensive product range and commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Lomon Billions' products are used in a wide range of applications, from paints and coatings to plastics and paper.
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  • 2. What foods contain titanium dioxide?

  • 1. Pigment and Food Coloring

  • Variations of titanium dioxide are added to enhance the whiteness of paint, plastics, and paper products, though these variations differ from the food-grade ones for things we eat (1Trusted Source, 2Trusted Source).

  • Titanium dioxide, with the chemical formula TiO2 and an internationally recognized CAS number of 13463-67-7, is a widely used pigment in various industries due to its exceptional optical properties and high refractive index. As a key player in the global market, China has emerged as a dominant force in the production and supply of this crucial material.
  • Lithopone B301, scientifically known as zinc sulfide-barium sulfate, is a blend of two pigments - zinc sulfide and barium sulfate. It offers a cost-effective alternative to titanium dioxide, providing comparable whiteness and opacity while being less expensive. The 'B301' grade specifically refers to a variant with optimized properties for enhanced performance in different applications.
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  • In 2023, California and New York proposed banning several food additives that are banned in Europe but legal in the United States. Titanium dioxide was among the five proposed to be banned, but in September, the additive was removed from the list of additives from the California ban list.

  • Despite its many benefits, there have been some concerns about the safety of TiO2 in food products. Some studies have suggested that TiO2 may have the potential to cause respiratory problems or other health issues in humans. However, these studies have been largely inconclusive, and the FDA has concluded that TiO2 is safe for use in food products at current levels of consumption.
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  • After oral ingestion, the absorption of titanium dioxide particles is low, however they can accumulate in the body, Maged Younes, chair of the European Food Safety Authority's expert Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings, said in a May 2021 statement.

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  • No. EFSA’s role was limited to evaluating the risks linked to titanium dioxide as a food additive. This included an assessment of relevant scientific information on TiO2, its potential toxicity, and estimates of human dietary exposure. Any legislative or regulatory decisions on the authorisations of food additives are the responsibility of the risk managers (i.e. European Commission and Member States).

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  • In addition to these established players, several emerging suppliers are making their mark in the industry by offering innovative solutions and competitive pricing
  • For exterior wall paint materials, titanium dioxide plays a critical role in enhancing weather resistance. Its ultraviolet (UV) light absorption characteristics protect the binder system from degradation caused by sunlight exposure. As a result, paints containing titanium dioxide are less likely to fade, chalk, or crack under harsh environmental conditions. Moreover, its chemical stability prevents the pigment from reacting with other paint components, maintaining the integrity of the coating and extending its lifespan.
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  • In a study published in the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology in 2016, researchers investigated whether titanium dioxide exposure led to an increase in colorectal tumor creation in mice by using a colitis associated cancer model. By measuring tumor progression markers, the researchers found that mice given titanium dioxide experienced enhanced tumor formation in the distal colon.  There was also a decrease of cells that act as a protective barrier in the colon. The researchers wrote: “These results suggest that E171 could worsen pre-existent intestinal diseases.”

  • When used in food specifically, titanium dioxide is known as an additive called E171 and can be found in products like candy, chocolate, coffee creamer, cake decorations, chewing gum and even vitamin supplements. E171 is often used as coloring additive in foods, to lend the processed item a natural whiteness and opacity — such as in Skittles candy, where it's used as a white base to help give the candies their signature bright, colorful hue.

  • Is titanium dioxide dangerous? Has it been linked to any health issues?

  • Food additive or carcinogen? The growing list of chemicals banned in EU but used in US, by Mikaela Conley, The Guardian, June 23, 2022

  •  To achieve the above objective, the technical solution of the present invention includes the following steps:
  • After beneficiation, the barium sulfate is then processed into superfine particles
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  • In the plastics industry, titanium dioxide is used to create a variety of products, including bottles, containers, and packaging materials. Its ability to provide a high level of whiteness and opacity makes it an ideal choice for these applications.
  • While lithopone and anatase titanium white gained traction between the 1920s and 1950s, by the advent of the First World War, rutile titanium white had started to overshadow them. Their significance in the artist’s palette has since dwindled, and their use as an artist’s pigment is currently nearly obsolete.