The availability of other white pigments poses a major challenge for the Lithopone market during the forecast period. Other alternatives to Lithopone include Zinc White, Titanium Dioxide, Calcium Carbonate, Blanc Fixe, and Barytes. The use of TiO2 has reduced the commercial significance of the Lithopone in the pigments industry.
China's consumption of talc and titanium dioxide has also surged in recent years, driven by the country's rapidly growing economy and increasing demand from various industries. The construction sector, which accounts for a significant portion of China's GDP, is one of the largest consumers of titanium dioxide, using it extensively in paints and coatings The construction sector, which accounts for a significant portion of China's GDP, is one of the largest consumers of titanium dioxide, using it extensively in paints and coatingsLithopone is added to plastic resin systems to enhance UV protection of the final plastic products that includes outdoor plastics and automotive plastics. It is used as a white pigment for plastics such as polyolefin, vinyl resin, ABS resin, polystyrene, polycarbonate, nylon, and polyoxymethylene (POM). It ensures that UV rays do not penetrate and damage the product and its appearance.
The paper industry also benefits from the use of titanium dioxide, as it enhances the brightness and opacity of paper products Firstly, it is important to understand that TiO2 can be classified into two main types rutile and anatase. Rutile TiO2 is known for its excellent UV resistance, making it ideal for use in sunscreens, paints, and coatings. On the other hand, anatase TiO2 has a higher surface area and is often used in photocatalytic applications, such as self-cleaning coatings and air purification systems.