Excellent UVB filter; nano prohibited in sprays EU 2022; check heavy metal impurities; also colorant CI 77891
Function & Common Use
UV Filter / Colorant / Opacifying
UV Filter
Sunscreens, foundations, powders
Mineral
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
25% max UV filter EU; nano BANNED in spray/aerosol products EU from 2022
25% (OTC sunscreen monograph)
25% (sunscreen active)
Format restriction: Leave-on and rinse-off; nano BANNED in spray EU
Baby restriction: Nano form prohibited in spray products EU
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Titanium Dioxide safe to use in skincare?
Titanium Dioxide has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Excellent UVB filter; nano prohibited in sprays EU 2022; check heavy metal impurities; also colorant CI 77891
Is Titanium Dioxide allowed in India?
Titanium Dioxide is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Titanium Dioxide used for in cosmetics?
Titanium Dioxide functions as: UV Filter / Colorant / Opacifying. It is commonly found in: Sunscreens, foundations, powders.
Is Titanium Dioxide safe for babies?
Titanium Dioxide has baby/child restrictions: Nano form prohibited in spray products EU. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
Regulatory Status
Regulated as a primary sunscreen active under TGA ARTG requirements when SPF claims are made; cosmetic use (non-SPF) subject to standard cosmetic framework
UV filter; may require Health Canada NPN registration if drug (sunscreen) claims are made; cosmetic use subject to Canada Consumer Product Safety Act
EU Annex: EU Annex VI
Identifiers
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