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In short, no, research demonstrates that E171 is safe when consumed in normal situations.

Moreover, how we're exposed to an ingredient matters significantly in terms of our health and potential toxicity.   

Research shows that inhaling titanium dioxide particles in significant quantities over time can cause adverse health outcomes. Unless you work in an industrial setting, inhaling substantial amounts of titanium dioxide is highly unlikely. 

Research supports that applying titanium dioxide to the skin in the form of sunscreens, makeup, and other topical products does not pose a health risk. 

Overwhelmingly, research that's relevant to human exposure shows us that E171 is safe when ingested normally through foods and drugs (1,2).

Again, other research suggests that E171 could cause harm; however, those research processes did not design their studies to model how people are exposed to E171. Research that adds E171 to drinking water, utilizes direct injections, or gives research animals E171 through a feeding apparatus is not replicating typical human exposure, which occurs through food and medicine consumption.

Read more in-depth about the titanium dioxide risk at go.msu.edu/8Dp5. 

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Looking ahead, the price of titanium dioxide per ton is expected to be influenced by several factors. Firstly, the ongoing expansion of the e-commerce industry is likely to drive demand for packaging materials that use titanium dioxide, such as plastics and paper. This could lead to increased demand and potentially higher prices. Secondly, the development of new technologies, such as solar energy and electric vehicles, may create new applications for titanium dioxide, further driving demand and prices. Finally, geopolitical tensions and trade policies could also impact the price of titanium dioxide per ton by affecting the availability and cost of raw materials and the competitiveness of global markets.

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