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While this ruling from the EU General Court doesn’t immediately change the regulations surrounding titanium dioxide, nor does it change the ban that went into place in 2022, it does put the ingredient back in the spotlight.
 
In the coming months, we will see how the ruling impacts the regulations around titanium dioxide (E171), and we’ll see if the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will take another look at the body of scientific evidence used to justify the current ban on E171 in foods and pharmaceuticals.

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Micronized titanium dioxide doesn’t penetrate skin so there’s no need to be concerned about it getting into your body. Even when titanium dioxide nanoparticles are used, the molecular size of the substance used to coat the nanoparticles is large enough to prevent them from penetrating beyond the uppermost layers of skin. This means you’re getting the sun protection titanium dioxide provides with no risk of it causing harm to skin or your body. The coating process improves application, enhances sun protection, and prevents the titanium dioxide from interacting with other ingredients in the presence of sunlight, thus enhancing its stability. It not only makes this ingredient much more pleasant to use for sunscreen, but also improves efficacy and eliminates safety concerns. Common examples of ingredients used to coat titanium dioxide are alumina, dimethicone, silica, and trimethoxy capryl silane.

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One of the most notable characteristics of mixed crystal nano titania is its ability to absorb light across a wide range of wavelengths. This property makes it an excellent photocatalyst, capable of driving chemical reactions using only sunlight as the energy source. As such, it has found use in environmental remediation efforts, where it can help break down pollutants and harmful chemicals in water and air. Additionally, its high surface area-to-volume ratio allows for efficient adsorption of gases and liquids, making it useful in sensors and filters.

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Looking ahead, the future of TiO2 industry factories appears poised for further advancement. Emerging trends such as the integration of nanotechnology and the exploration of alternative raw materials promise to revolutionize pigment properties and production processes. Additionally, the ongoing push for circular economy principles will likely result in increased recycling efforts within the industry, reducing reliance on virgin feedstocks and promoting a more sustainable business model.

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