titania titanium dioxide manufacturers

Titanium dioxide, commonly known as TiO2, is a naturally occurring white pigment that has revolutionized the manufacturing industry. Its unique properties make it an ideal candidate for various applications, particularly in the production of pigments used in paints, plastics, paper, and other consumer products. In this article, we will explore the significance of TiO2 in pigment manufacturing and how it has become a cornerstone for manufacturers worldwide.

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The refractive index, represented by the letter n, of a material describes how light propagates through and is bent by, that material. The magnitude of the refractive index, depending upon the electronic structure of the molecules, governs to what extent the path of light changes, when entering or leaving a material.

Particles in a matrix, like pigment particles surrounded by the binder system in a coating, ink or plastic, can change the propagation direction of light when the particles and the matrix have a different refractive index. This phenomenon, called scattering, results in both white color (provided that the particles do not absorb visible light) and the hiding power of the coating.

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