The classification as a category 2 carcinogen applies to titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1% or more of titanium dioxide particles with diameter ≤ 10 μm. The classification has been decided by the European Commission and will be published in the 14th adaptation to the technical progress (ATP) of the CLP regulation.
As a result of the classification, liquid and solid mixtures containing titanium dioxide must include the following warnings:
- Liquid mixtures containing 1% or more of titanium dioxide particles with aerodynamic diameter equal to or below 10 μm shall bear the following statement: EUH211: 'Warning! Hazardous respirable droplets may be formed when sprayed. Do not breathe spray or mist.'
- Solid mixtures containing 1% or more of titanium dioxide shall bear the following statement: EUH212: 'Warning! Hazardous respirable dust may be formed when used. Do not breathe dust.'
Download the adopted regulation and annexes of the amending ATP to the regulation here.
For more information on the use of titanium dioxide, please contact:
Helle M. Andersen
hma@dhigroup.com
Tel +45 4516 9023
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