Product Name: Titanium Dioxide
Chemical Formula: TiO2
Other Names: Rutile, Anatase, Titanium White
CAS Number: 13463-67-7
Manufacturer: Refer to package label or supplier
Recommended Use: Pigment in paints, coatings, plastics, paper, sunscreen, food coloring, cosmetic products
Emergency Contact: Local emergency number or poison control center
Contact Address: Supplied on request from supplier or packaging
Classification: Not classified as hazardous by GHS for most uses
GHS Signal Word: None under normal handling
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of dust can cause mild respiratory irritation and coughing, eye exposure may cause minor discomfort, repeated overexposures may aggravate pre-existing respiratory disorders
Carcinogenicity: IARC classifies as Group 2B based on inhalation of massive quantities of dust; normal consumer and occupational uses present very low risk
Physical Hazards: Fine powder can present a minor dust explosion risk if suspended in large quantities in air
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, use with adequate ventilation, avoid eye and skin contact
Chemical Name: Titanium Dioxide
Content: Usually ranges from 90% to 100% pure TiO2
Impurities: Trace quantities of iron oxide, silicon dioxide may occur
Synonyms: Pigment White 6, C.I. 77891
Molecular Weight: 79.87 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist (coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort)
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical advice if irritation remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water to dilute, seek medical attention if large quantities are swallowed or symptoms develop
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Special Hazards: Product itself does not burn, but fine dust may become airborne and present a minor dust explosion risk
Protection for Firefighters: Use standard personal protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhaling dust generated by fire
Decomposition Products: None significant under normal combustion conditions; if heated above 1800°C may decompose to titanium oxide fumes
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask and protective clothing, minimize dust creation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains or watercourses in bulk quantities
Clean-Up Methods: Use wet methods or HEPA vacuum to collect spilled powder, place in waste containers
Spill Response: Wash site after material pickup is complete, avoid dry sweeping, ventilate affected area
Handling: Work in well-ventilated area, use local exhaust when handling powders, avoid creating or inhaling dust, wear appropriate protective equipment
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep container in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, avoid moisture to prevent caking
Special Requirements: Use only with equipment designed to minimize dust emissions and buildup
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL 15 mg/m³ (total dust), ACGIH TLV 10 mg/m³ (total dust)
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures and/or general ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below occupational limits, employ local exhaust at point sources
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator, safety goggles, gloves, protective work clothing to avoid skin and eye contact
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: White, odorless powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: 6.5–8.0 in aqueous suspension
Melting Point: 1843°C (3349°F)
Boiling Point: Sublimes at >2500°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Density: 3.9–4.2 g/cm³
Particle Size: Micro to nano (varies by product)
Other Data: Non-flammable, non-explosive under normal conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions known at normal temperature and pressure
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excess moisture, avoid airborne dust generation in confined space
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids (releases heat, minor gas), strong oxidizers may react at high temperatures
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None under normal storage and use
Acute Toxicity: No significant acute toxicity identified for oral, dermal or inhalation exposure
Chronic Toxicity: Repeated long-term inhalation of large amounts of dust linked to lung effects in animal studies; epidemiological studies show no strong evidence of cancer risk at usual workplace or consumer exposures
Skin Contact: Unlikely to cause irritation or sensitization
Eye Contact: Dust may cause mechanical irritation
Ingestion: Low toxicity; ingestion of large amounts may cause mild gastrointestinal upset
Carcinogenicity: IARC Group 2B (“possibly carcinogenic” through inhalation of large amounts of dust); not regulated as carcinogen by OSHA or NTP
Other Effects: No evidence for teratogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity under normal handling and use
Ecotoxicity: Not harmful to aquatic organisms at expected environmental concentrations
Aquatic Toxicity: Minimal, does not bioaccumulate or persist in the environment
Soil Impact: Virtually insoluble, low mobility in soil, not likely to leach into groundwater
Environmental Fate: Remains largely unchanged, settles out in sediment
Degradability: Inorganic compound, does not biodegrade
Bioaccumulation Potential: No bioaccumulation expected
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of according to local, regional, or national regulations
Recommended Disposal: Treat as non-hazardous waste, place in sealed containers for landfill, recycle if facilities are available
Special Precautions: Avoid generating airborne dust during disposal, wear appropriate protective gear
Product Containers: Thoroughly empty and recycle or discard in accordance with regulations
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Titanium Dioxide
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Prevent breakage of sacks or use sealed containers, avoid generating dust during handling
Other Notes: No marine pollutant label, not subject to international air or sea transport restrictions
OSHA Status: Not regulated as a hazardous material
TSCA Inventory: Listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
California Prop 65: Warning for inhalable airborne unbound particles of respirable size only
Canada WHMIS: Exempt or non-controlled in most uses
Other Regulations: Product conforms to chemical safety directives in most countries, requirements may vary for special applications or regional rules
