mica and titanium dioxide

The global lithopone market has seen a steady growth over the years, driven by the increasing demand from end-use industries, particularly construction and coatings. However, the market faces challenges, including price volatility due to raw material fluctuations and the ongoing shift towards more eco-friendly alternatives. This has led suppliers to invest in research and development to improve the sustainability of their products and processes.

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  • There are two primary forms of titanium dioxide commercially available: anatase and rutile. The rutile form is typically used in sunscreens due to its superior ability to handle UV rays and stability in the presence of UV light. The anatase form is typically used in other types of products, such as paint. Another plus of the rutile form is that its UVA protection extends past 400 nanometers, which is the upper limit of UVA.

  • Some food products will include titanium dioxide on their nutrition label. But again, it can be hard to tell for those who don't list the ingredient.