Titanium Dioxide

E171Color / WhitenerHigh concern28/100

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Banned in EU food supply in 2022 over genotoxicity concerns; still allowed in the US. Blume's full ingredient database includes category, typical usage, safety score, and common products where this appears.

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Common questions

Titanium Dioxide — quick answers

Is Titanium Dioxide safe to eat?

Titanium Dioxide carries a Blume safety score of 28/100 (high concern). Banned in EU food supply in 2022 over genotoxicity concerns; still allowed in the US. Always read the full label, and check our app for personalised guidance based on your dietary preferences and allergies.

What is Titanium Dioxide?

Titanium Dioxide is a color / whitener food ingredient (identifier: E171) commonly found on packaging in many everyday products. Blume's database tracks where it appears and how each manufacturer uses it.

Which products contain Titanium Dioxide?

Blume covers millions of food and beauty products. Tap the Download button on this page, install the iOS app, then scan any barcode to see whether Titanium Dioxide is in it — and how the product overall scores on health, safety, and dietary fit.

What can I use instead of Titanium Dioxide?

If you're trying to avoid Titanium Dioxide, the Blume app suggests cleaner alternatives in the same category and lets you set a permanent "avoid" filter so future scans flag any product that contains it.

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