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Contact SupplierTitanium Dioxide Rutile (TiO₂ Rutile) – Description
Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) is a white, inorganic compound, and when in the rutile crystal form, it is widely used as a white pigment due to its brightness, high refractive index, and UV resistance. Here is a breakdown of its characteristics and uses:
1. Chemical IdentityChemical Name: Titanium Dioxide (Rutile)
Formula: TiO₂
CAS Number: 1317-80-2
Appearance: White powder
Crystal Structure: Rutile (tetragonal)
| Color | Bright white |
| Refractive Index | ~2.7 (very high, gives excellent hiding power) |
| Particle Size | Typically 200–300 nm (nano grades also available) |
| Opacity | High |
| UV Resistance | Excellent |
| Photocatalytic Activity | Low (lower than anatase, beneficial for durability in coatings) |
| Stability | High thermal and chemical stability |
| Surface Treatment | Often coated with alumina, silica, or zirconia for dispersion and weatherability |
Pigment Grade: Used in paints, plastics, inks, and coatings
Nano Grade: Used in sunscreens and UV-resistant plastics (transparent to visible light, blocks UV)
Food/Cosmetic Grade: Highly purified for regulatory compliance (E171 in food, CI 77891 in cosmetics)
| Paints & Coatings | Provides whiteness, opacity, and durability |
| Plastics | Acts as a UV blocker and color enhancer |
| Inks | For brightness and opacity |
| Cosmetics | Foundation, powders, sunscreen (non-reactive and safe for skin) |
| Paper | Whitening and brightness |
| Food | Coloring agent (subject to regional regulation) |
| Crystal Form | Tetragonal (denser) | Tetragonal (less dense) |
| Opacity | Higher | Lower |
| Durability | Excellent (preferred in coatings) | Lower |
| Photocatalysis | Low | High (preferred in photocatalysis) |
| Color | Slightly warmer white | Blueish white |
Considered safe in many applications, though nano TiO₂ is under regulatory scrutiny due to potential respiratory concerns.
Use appropriate PPE when handling in industrial settings.
Regulatory status varies by country (e.g., EU restrictions on E171 in food).



