coated titanium dioxide supplier

The demand for TiO2 has been steadily increasing over the years, driven by the growth of the paint and coatings industry, as well as the expansion of its use in other applications such as electronics and cosmetics. In addition, the increasing awareness of the environmental impact of traditional production methods has led to a growing interest in more sustainable production techniques, such as the use of bio-based feedstocks or the implementation of closed-loop processes.

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Although barium sulfate is almost completely inert, zinc sulfide degrades upon exposure to UV light, leading to darkening of the pigment. The severity of this UV reaction is dependent on a combination of two factors; how much zinc sulfide makes up the pigments formulation, and its total accumulated UV exposure. Depending on these factors the pigment itself can vary in shade over time, ranging from pure white all the way to grey or even black. To suppress this effect, a dopant may be used, such as a small amount of cobalt salts, which would be added to the formulation. This process creates cobalt-doped zinc sulfide. The cobalt salts help to stabilize zinc sulfide so it will not have as severe a reaction to UV exposure.

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