ti02 factory

The world of chemistry and materials science is a fascinating realm where innovation meets practicality. One such material that stands out for its versatility and widespread applications is titanium dioxide, commonly known as TiO2. This white pigment has been an industrial workhorse due to its exceptional properties such as high refractive index, UV protection, and excellent stability. However, the journey of a titanium dioxide manufacturer is not without challenges, especially in the pursuit of sustainable practices.

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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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