Calcium carbonate and titanium dioxide are two important minerals that are widely used in various industries. While they share some similarities, they also have distinct differences when it comes to their manufacturing processes and applications.

From dyes to flavorings, many people are becoming increasingly aware of the ingredients in their food.

Additional Health Concerns Linked to Titanium Dioxide

According to the EFSA's Expert Panel on Food Additives and Flavorings 2021 opinion regarding titanium dioxide, it could not rule out a concern for genotoxicity from ingestion of the material based on a perceived gap in data on this risk, which serves as the basis for current ban, said a March report on the decision.

Both calcium carbonate and titanium dioxide play crucial roles in various industries, but they are used for different purposes. Calcium carbonate is primarily used as a filler and pigment, while titanium dioxide is used as a whitening agent and pigment. Additionally, titanium dioxide is more expensive to produce than calcium carbonate due to its synthetic nature and complex manufacturing process.