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In a study published in the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology in 2016, researchers investigated whether titanium dioxide exposure led to an increase in colorectal tumor creation in mice by using a colitis associated cancer model. By measuring tumor progression markers, the researchers found that mice given titanium dioxide experienced enhanced tumor formation in the distal colon.  There was also a decrease of cells that act as a protective barrier in the colon. The researchers wrote: “These results suggest that E171 could worsen pre-existent intestinal diseases.”

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Traditionally, UV-filters are categorized as either chemical or physical. The big difference is supposed to be that chemical agents absorb UV-light while physical agents reflect it like a bunch of mini umbrellas on top of the skin. While this categorization is easy and logical it turns out it's not true. A recent, 2016 study shows that inorganic sunscreens work mostly by absorption, just like chemical filters, and only a little bit by reflection (they do reflect the light in the visible spectrum, but mostly absorb in the UV spectrum).

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In conclusion, the preparation of titanium dioxide from suppliers encompasses a complex chain of activities ranging from mining and ore processing to chemical synthesis and quality control. The supplier's role is pivotal in ensuring that the titanium dioxide delivered to various industries meets the rigorous standards for purity, consistency, and performance. As global demand for this essential compound continues to grow, suppliers must adapt to evolving industry needs while concurrently addressing environmental challenges to sustainably provide this vital resource.

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