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Although barium sulfate is almost completely inert, zinc sulfide degrades upon exposure to UV light, leading to darkening of the pigment. The severity of this UV reaction is dependent on a combination of two factors; how much zinc sulfide makes up the pigments formulation, and its total accumulated UV exposure. Depending on these factors the pigment itself can vary in shade over time, ranging from pure white all the way to grey or even black. To suppress this effect, a dopant may be used, such as a small amount of cobalt salts, which would be added to the formulation. This process creates cobalt-doped zinc sulfide. The cobalt salts help to stabilize zinc sulfide so it will not have as severe a reaction to UV exposure.

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In conclusion, lithopone ZnS-BaSO4, as a vital pigment in numerous industries, relies heavily on dedicated and reliable suppliers. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service is paramount in sustaining the growth of this sector. As the demand for cost-effective and environmentally sustainable pigments continues to rise, the role of these suppliers in providing high-quality lithopone will only become more critical in shaping the future of the pigment industry.

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The process described is seen to consist of preparing separate solutions of readily-soluble salts of zinc and barium together with a third salt, which will further the reaction and at the same time upon uniting the solutions produce by one set of combinations lithopone and a marketable byproduct. This process, moreover, insures the greatest purity of the substances produced and avoids the expense attendant upon more difficult methods in common use. Thisis particularly true with respect to the manufacture of various grades of lithopone, since by properly calculating the amounts of the ingredients used, as above illustrated, any desired quality of lithopone may be produced without mixing additional substances to increase or decrease the percentage of zinc sulfid. The entire product, too, is an absolutely uniform mixture when prepared in accordance with my process.

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