2024-01-26
Titanium Dioxide in Food and Cosmetics: Is It Safe?
Titanium dioxide is used as an additive in food, some cosmetics, and other products. But, recently, questions have arisen over the chemical’s safety. The European Union (EU) banned titanium dioxide in foods in 2022. But not long after, EU officials issued a statement saying they no longer considered it to be a carcinogen (cancer-causing substance). While titanium dioxide remains banned as a food additive in the EU, the U.S. and Canadian governments have said the ingredient is OK to consume in low amounts. So is titanium dioxide actually safe? Here is what you need to know.