lithopone in pigment factories

A study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry in 2019 sought to examine the effects of titanium dioxide on intestinal inflammation. Researchers did this by feeding rats titanium dioxide nanoparticles and found that, after the course of two to three months, the animals had lower body weights and induced intestinal inflammation. The researchers also found the nanoparticles altered gut microbiota composition and aggravated chronic colitis. The rats also experienced reduced populations of CD4+T cells (which are cells that help organize immune responses by prompting other immune cells to fight infection), regulatory T cells, and white blood cells in mesenteric lymph nodes. The researchers wrote: “Dietary TiO2 nanoparticles could interfere with the balance of the immune system and dynamic of gut microbiome, which may result in low-grade intestinal inflammation and aggravated immunological response to external stimulus, thus introducing potential health risk.”

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One of the key benefits of using R-906 rutile TiO2 is its ability to improve the overall quality of printed materials. By providing excellent whiteness and opacity, R-906 enhances the visual appeal of printed products, making them more eye-catching and professional-looking. Additionally, the chemical stability of R-906 ensures that printed materials maintain their color and appearance even under harsh environmental conditions, such as high humidity and exposure to sunlight.

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