Titanium Dioxide
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Pigment White 6, Titanium White
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
13463-67-7
EC
236-675-5
Food Code
E171
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a white powder with formula TiO2 and molecular weight 79.87 g/mol. Density 4.23 g/cm³ (rutile), melting point 1843°C, boiling point 2972°C, insoluble in water/acids/bases; occurs as rutile, anatase, brookite; greatest hiding power among white pigments.
Titanium Dioxide
Used as white pigment in paints, plastics, paper, inks, foods, cosmetics, toothpaste; UV protector in sunscreens; photocatalyst; in ceramics, fibers, rubber, electronics; opacity in porcelain enamels, flooring.
May cause silicosis-like effects from inhalation; irritant to eyes/skin/respiratory; Prop 65 cancer warning (airborne); noncombustible but dust explosive; incompatible with strong oxidizers/acids.
In 25kg bags or bulk; store in dry, ventilated areas.
