titanium dioxide for ink

In 2019, EFSA published a statement on the review of the risk related to the exposure to food additive titanium dioxide (E171) performed by the French Agency for Food, Environment and Occupational Health Safety (ANSES). In its statement, EFSA highlighted that the ANSES opinion reiterated the uncertainties and data gaps previously identified by EFSA and did not present findings that invalidated the Authority’s previous conclusions on the safety of titanium dioxide.

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Furthermore, titanium dioxide imparts excellent brightness and opacity to plastics, which is crucial for achieving a consistent, high-quality appearance. It helps to mask any impurities or irregularities within the plastic material, resulting in a more attractive and marketable product. For example, in the production of white or light-colored plastic goods like appliances, packaging materials, and toys, TiO2 ensures an even, lustrous finish that consumers find appealing.

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