Although food-grade titanium dioxide must be 99 percent pure, there’s still a risk of it containing potential contaminants, such as mercury, lead and arsenic. Additionally, inhaling the mineral over time can possibly cause it to build up in your body, leading to adverse effects.

The paints and coatings industry reduced their offtakes which coupled with the drop in the crude oil prices and availability of cheaper imports from the Asian market led to the fall in titanium dioxide prices. The demand decreased significantly in the fourth quarter along with the slow manufacturing due to high inflation rates keeping the price trends of the commodity in the negative zone.

According to the manufacturer feedback, mainstream factory new single pretty price, clinch a deal market as a whole center of gravity move up. Demand side, currently has consider autumn with cargo terminal and actual transaction will increase; The supply side, the mainstream manufacturers, there are some load increase, industry actual output increased slightly. Part of the plastic and paper related downstream feedback tight type price for some goods is higher. Recent titanium pigment raw material prices strong, titanium white price support also increases, the comprehensive market all factors, the current market to maintain a valence state of titanium white.

With its storied history and distinct properties, lithopone remains a subject of historical significance and contemporary relevance. While its applications and popularity have evolved, its role in the annals of pigment history is indisputable.

Pigment grade titanium dioxide is produced at a much larger particle size than nano grade. It is used as a colourant to whiten and brighten product formulations. Nano grade titanium dioxide is manufactured into very fine (nano) particles and is transparent and colourless. It is commonly used in sunscreens to provide effective protection from potentially harmful UV rays.