titanium oxide manufacturer

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One of the key factors affecting TiO2 manufacturing is the choice of raw materials. Rutile and anatase are the two most common forms of TiO2, each with its own unique properties and applications. Rutile is known for its higher refractive index and hardness, making it suitable for use in coatings, plastics, and other high-performance applications. Anatase, on the other hand, has better photocatalytic activity and is often used in environmental protection and solar energy applications.

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One of the key findings of the report is the increasing demand for titanium dioxide in the paints and coatings industry. With the growth of the construction sector, there is a rising need for high-quality paints and coatings, which is driving the demand for titanium dioxide as a key ingredient. Key manufacturers in the market are focusing on developing innovative products to cater to the specific requirements of their customers in the paints and coatings industry.

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For research published in 2022 study in the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology, scientists examined “the genotoxicity and the intracellular reactive oxygen species induction by physiologically relevant concentrations of three different TiO2 nanomaterials in Caco-2 and HT29-MTX-E12 intestinal cells, while considering the potential influence of the digestion process in the NMs’ physiochemical characteristics.” They found a “DNA-damaging effect dependent on the nanomaterial,” along with the micronucleus assay suggesting “effects on chromosomal integrity, an indicator of cancer risk, in the HT29-MTX-E12 cells, for all the tested TiO2 nanomaterials.” Researchers concluded that the results showcase “evidence of concern” regarding titanium dioxide used as a food additive.

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