cas number of titanium dioxide

Prof. Maged Younes, Chair of EFSA’s expert Panel on Food Additives and Flavourings (FAF), wrote of the decision: “Taking into account all available scientific studies and data, the Panel concluded that titanium dioxide can no longer be considered safe as a food additive. A critical element in reaching this conclusion is that we could not exclude genotoxicity concerns after consumption of titanium dioxide particles. After oral ingestion, the absorption of titanium dioxide particles is low, however they can accumulate in the body.”

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This technology offers several advantages over traditional water purification methods. For instance, it reduces the need for chemical additives, thereby minimizing secondary pollution. Furthermore, TIO2's stability, non-toxicity, and ability to function under ambient conditions make it an ideal choice for large-scale water treatment facilities. By integrating TIO2 into their operational framework, water factories can achieve higher purity output while significantly lowering energy consumption and operational costs.

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