china lithopone for paints

The major restraint to the global Lithopone market is the availability of numerous white pigment substitutes. It can be replaced by other inorganic white pigments such as Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) and Sachtolith. Among these substitutes, the introduction of TiO2 has reduced the commercial importance of Lithopone white pigment. Compared to other white pigments, TiO2 has high brightness and refractive index, which results in lower pigment loading. 

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The pigment lithopone industry has undergone a significant transformation over the past century, with factories playing a crucial role in the production and distribution of this essential compound. Lithopone, a vital component in various industries such as paints, plastics, and printing inks, is a fine white powder consisting of a mixture of zinc sulfide and barium sulfate. This article will explore the evolution of pigment lithopone factories, their impact on the global market, and future prospects.

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In 2021, the European Food Safety Authority concluded that titanium dioxide is no longer safe in foods due to the same concerns over nanoparticles. As a result, titanium dioxide is now banned as a food additive in the EU. Although studies have shown that the absorption of ingested titanium dioxide is low, evidence suggests that titanium dioxide nanoparticles can accumulate in the body over time. Health Canada deemed it safe in 2022 but noted concerns. Unlike their European counterparts, Canadian officials did not consider studies performed with titanium dioxide nanoparticles alone. 

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