Titanium dioxide

Titanium dioxide, also known as titanium oxide (4) or titania, chemical formula TiO 2. Derived from ilmenite (oxide mineral) that occurs naturally. White powder, with a distinctive smell. Gives a white pigment in water or oil (but insoluble). Benefits: reflects sunlight (UVB rays) widely used in skin care products and makeup powders (to lighten dark areas) Uses: sun protection products, colored cosmetics with or without sun protection. Applications: can be added to formulas as is, maximum recommended usage level 1% for external use only and kept away from light. Concentration: 99% Formula: TIO2 Molecular weight: 79.866 g/mol Density: 4.23 g/cm³ Melting point: 1,843 degrees Celsius Boiling point: 2,972 degrees Celsius Country of origin: Germany