Titanium dioxide is an inorganic compound used as a pigment in the paint and varnish and polymer industries. Fine powder, crystalline colorless substance that does not absorb light in the visible region of the spectrum, inert, odorless, non-toxic, does not pose a danger to humans and the environment. It is characterized by moisture resistance, has whitening properties. The most stable of all white pigments. Titanium dioxide is used in the polymer industry in the production of rubber, PVC, elastomers, rubbers, thermoplastics and thermosets, for matting synthetic fibers, paper. It gives the product a white saturated color, smoothness, protects against aging, and yellowing. Due to its inertness and resistance to moisture absorption, it protects the material from chemical attack and harmful UV radiation, which can lead to aging. Titanium dioxide is most widely used in the paint and varnish industry to whiten surfaces. Its main advantage in the production of paints is to give white paints with it. It is used in the production of matt, glossy, silicate paints, coatings for wood materials, cement mortars and paints for renovation, architecture, polyurethane and epoxy coatings.
