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Lithopone, a pigment composed of zinc sulfide and barium sulfate, is prized for its ability to offer excellent hiding power and brightness. In China, the production process of lithopone is meticulously controlled, ensuring that each batch meets stringent quality standards. This dedication to precision not only enhances the performance of end products but also elevates China's reputation in the global market.

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Of the products that include the additive in their labels, Thea Bourianne, senior manager at data consultant Label Insights, told Food Navigator USA in May 2021 that more than 11,000 products in the company's database of U.S. food and beverage products listed titanium dioxide as an ingredient. Non-chocolate candy led those numbers at 32%. Cupcakes and snack cakes made up 14%, followed by cookies at 8%, coated pretzels and trail mix at 7%, baking decorations at 6%, gum and mints at 4% and ice cream at 2%.

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One of the key trends in the wholesale TiO2 market is the shift towards sustainable and environmentally friendly production methods. Manufacturers are increasingly investing in research and development to develop eco-friendly production processes that reduce carbon emissions and minimize waste. This trend is driven by increasing regulatory pressure on industries to reduce their environmental impact and meet sustainability goals.

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In a study published in 2022 in the journal Particle and Fibre Technologyresearchers examined the impact of maternal exposure to titanium dioxide nanoparticles in newborn offspring mice. They found that “a chronic exposure to TiO2 NPs during pregnancy alters the respiratory activity of offspring, characterized by an abnormally elevated rate of breathing.” Breathing was also shown to be “significantly and abnormally accelerated,” and the ability for neural circuitry to effectively adjust breathing rates was impaired. The researchers concluded: “Our findings thus demonstrate that a maternal exposure to TiO2 NPs during pregnancy affects the normal development and operation of the respiratory centers in progeny.”

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