CAS No.: 13463-67-7 (Rutile) / 1317-70-0 (Anatase)
Hazard Class: Non-hazardous (Dust may cause irritation)
UN No.: Non-regulated
Appearance: White powder
Description: Titanium dioxide is produced via sulfate or chloride processes, existing in rutile (higher opacity/UV resistance) and anatase (higher photocatalytic activity) crystalline forms. As the most widely used white pigment (91% global market share), it provides exceptional opacity (refractive index 2.7), brightness, and UV absorption for coatings (60% of demand), plastics (20%), paper (10%), and cosmetics (sunscreens). Food-grade (E171) and nano-TiO₂ (particle size <100nm) variants serve specialized applications while meeting stringent regulatory standards (EU REACH, FDA 21CFR73.575).