Titanium dioxide

Chemical Name: Titanium dioxide

CAS Number: 13463-67-7

Titanium dioxide, also known as titanium(IV) oxide or titania, is the naturally occurring oxide of titanium. It is used as a pigment under the names titanium white, Pigment White 6 (PW6), or CI 77891. It is typically extracted from ilmenite, rutile and anatase.

Foods with titanium dioxide are typically candies, pastries, chewing gum, coffee creamers, chocolates, and cake decorations. Although there are some safety concerns, the FDA generally recognizes titanium dioxide as safe. Moreover, most people do not consume nearly enough to cause any potential harm.