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Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles Found in Milk and Infant Formula Despite Food Ban
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Titanium dioxide nanoparticles found in milk and infant formula despite food ban
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) has been classified as a possible human carcinogen through inhalation since 2006. This nanomaterial was used as a food coloring and opacifying agent (E171) until it was banned for use in food as a precautionary measure in France in 2020 and by the European Union in 2022. However, it is still widely used in many everyday products (toothpaste, sunscreen, make-up, medications, plastic, paper, paint, etc.).
Forbidden in food, however, titanium dioxide has been found in various types of infant or maternal milk "in the form of nanoparticles". Used as a white dye, it is potentially carcinogenic.
Research by INRAE, AP-HP and CNRS scientists published on Wednesday, July 23 reveals the existence of traces of titanium dioxide particles in all types of milk. This substance is a potential carcinogen in humans. - Titanium dioxide particles, potential human carcinogen, detected in milk (Health and well-being).
Particulates of this potential carcinogen have been found in breast milk, milk formulas and commercially sold milk reveal scientific work.
A study reveals the presence of titanium dioxide particles in various types of milk, despite its ban on feeding, raising questions about sources of contamination.
Scientists have found titanium dioxide particles, yet banned in food, in several types of milk. Titanium dioxide has been classified as a potential carcinogen in humans since 2006.
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