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A few non-dietary studies have reported adverse effects in the gastrointestinal tract of laboratory animals given food-grade TiO2. However, these same effects were not seen when the same or higher doses of food-grade TiO2 were administered in the animals' diet. Dietary studies best reflect how humans are exposed to TiO2 from food. Thus, the Food Directorate placed the most emphasis on the results of these studies in the state of the science report.

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Raw material costs, particularly the price of titanium ore, have a significant impact on the price of titanium dioxide. As the cost of titanium ore rises, manufacturers may pass on these increased costs to consumers, leading to higher prices for titanium dioxide. Additionally, production capacity can also affect the price per ton. When there is excess capacity, manufacturers may compete for market share by lowering prices, which can lead to lower prices for consumers.

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