Titanium dioxide (TiO 2) has been classified as a possible human carcinogen through inhalation since 2006. This nanomaterial was used as a food coloring and opacifying agent (E171) until it was banned ...

Even if you weren’t aware of it, you’ve probably consumed titanium dioxide if you’ve ever opened a bag of candy, savored a scoop of ice cream, or sprinkled cheese on pasta. One of the most popular ...

Since antiquity, humans have used pigments to add colour to their surroundings. Today the main one is titanium dioxide — a naturally occurring compound that is extremely white and bright in its ...

A recent lawsuit has grabbed headlines and raised consumer concerns with its claim that Skittles, the popular many-colored candies, contain “a known toxin”: the chemical titanium dioxide. The suit, ...