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Titanium Dioxide (Nano)

Nano TiO2 / Titanium dioxide <100nm

Safety Notes

Nano TiO2 for UV filtering in sunscreens; SCCS confirmed no dermal penetration through intact skin; banned in aerosol/spray products (nano inhalation risk); non-nano TiO2 also used as colorant/opacifier (CI 77891); separate from Annex VI entry as UV filter vs. Annex IV as colorant; verify nano vs. non-nano specification

Function & Common Use

Function

UV Filter (UVB + UVA-II)

Category

UV Filter

Common In

Sunscreens tinted SPF products mineral makeup

Origin

Mineral (synthetic)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

25% max

EU Cosmetics Reg.

25% (EU Annex VI); nano form banned in aerosol/spray (SCCS/1580/16), inhalation risk

Format restriction: Leave-on only (no aerosol)

Baby restriction: No aerosol/spray, inhalation nano risk

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Titanium Dioxide (Nano) safe to use in skincare?

Titanium Dioxide (Nano) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Nano TiO2 for UV filtering in sunscreens; SCCS confirmed no dermal penetration through intact skin; banned in aerosol/spray products (nano inhalation risk); non-nano TiO2 also used as colorant/opacifier (CI 77891); separate from Annex VI entry as UV filter vs. Annex IV as colorant; verify nano vs. non-nano specification

Is Titanium Dioxide (Nano) allowed in India?

Titanium Dioxide (Nano) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is 25% max.

What is Titanium Dioxide (Nano) used for in cosmetics?

Titanium Dioxide (Nano) functions as: UV Filter (UVB + UVA-II). It is commonly found in: Sunscreens tinted SPF products mineral makeup.

Is Titanium Dioxide (Nano) safe for babies?

Titanium Dioxide (Nano) has baby/child restrictions: No aerosol/spray, inhalation nano risk. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

EU Annex: Annex VI

Identifiers

CAS13463-67-7
EC236-675-5

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