JECFA reconfirms safe use of titanium dioxide in foods

A safety review of titanium dioxide by an international body emphasizes the importance of streamlined assessments to enhance efficiency and consistency in regulatory decisions, according to Duffy MacKay of the Consumer Healthcare Products Association and David Schoneker of Black Diamond Regulatory Consulting.

At a Glance

• Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) serves as a focal point in understanding the pressing need for globally harmonized regulations.

• International bodies have concluded there are no safety concerns with the use of TiO₂ in foods at currently approved levels.

• JECFA’s safety review reaffirms the safety of TiO₂ and should be a call for global harmonization.

JECFA reconfirms safe use of titanium dioxide in foods (naturalproductsinsider.com)