Lithopone 30% is a perfect alternative to titanium dioxide in all natural and synthetic pigmented elastomers, as it is non-abrasive and extremely acid resistant.
Its non-toxicity also makes it a safe option for use in paints designed for children's toys and other products where safety is paramount Its non-toxicity also makes it a safe option for use in paints designed for children's toys and other products where safety is paramountcheap barium sulphate superfine. In the plastics and rubber industries, it acts as a reinforcing agent, boosting mechanical strength and thermal stability without significantly affecting the overall cost.Further outstanding properties of Lithopone are its high lightness, neutral white colour and its diffuse reflectance in the near UV range.
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.