tio2 in food factory

In conclusion, titanium dioxide is an essential ingredient in the production of high-quality paper products, helping to ensure that papers are not only visually appealing but also durable and long-lasting. Its versatility and effectiveness make it a popular choice for paper manufacturers looking to enhance the performance and aesthetics of their products. Whether used in coated papers, specialty papers, or archival papers, titanium dioxide continues to be a key component in the success of the paper industry.

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For research published in 2022 study in the journal Food and Chemical Toxicology, scientists examined “the genotoxicity and the intracellular reactive oxygen species induction by physiologically relevant concentrations of three different TiO2 nanomaterials in Caco-2 and HT29-MTX-E12 intestinal cells, while considering the potential influence of the digestion process in the NMs’ physiochemical characteristics.” They found a “DNA-damaging effect dependent on the nanomaterial,” along with the micronucleus assay suggesting “effects on chromosomal integrity, an indicator of cancer risk, in the HT29-MTX-E12 cells, for all the tested TiO2 nanomaterials.” Researchers concluded that the results showcase “evidence of concern” regarding titanium dioxide used as a food additive.

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