Titanium Dioxide is a naturally occurring oxide of titanium, commonly used as a white pigment and in various industrial applications.
- Paint and Coatings: Widely used as a white pigment in paints, coatings, and varnishes.
- Cosmetics: Applied in cosmetics and sunscreen products as a UV filter.
- Food Industry: Used as a food coloring agent (E171).
- Photocatalysis: Used in environmental applications for cleaning air and water.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
White powder |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
TiO2 |
| Molecular Weight |
79.87 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
1,843 °C |
| Density |
4.23 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Insoluble in water, alcohol, and ether |
| Flash Point |
Not applicable |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions |