china titanium dioxide in plastics

While this ruling from the EU General Court doesn’t immediately change the regulations surrounding titanium dioxide, nor does it change the ban that went into place in 2022, it does put the ingredient back in the spotlight.
 
In the coming months, we will see how the ruling impacts the regulations around titanium dioxide (E171), and we’ll see if the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will take another look at the body of scientific evidence used to justify the current ban on E171 in foods and pharmaceuticals.

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China has emerged as a significant player in the global talc and titanium dioxide market, contributing to the production, consumption, and export of these essential minerals. Talc, also known as talcum powder, is a naturally occurring mineral that is widely used in various industries, including papermaking, plastics, rubber, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Titanium dioxide, on the other hand, is a white pigment that is primarily used in paints, coatings, plastics, and paper. Both minerals have unique properties that make them indispensable in numerous applications.

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