January 14, 2025
US Food Additives Banned in Europe — Full List (2026)
Which food additives are banned in Europe but legal in the US? See the full list of dyes, preservatives, and chemicals — and how to avoid them.
Titanium Dioxide
Flavors + Colors
- Potentially Harmful
Definition
An odorless powder used as a colorant to enhance the white color or opacity of foods.
Health Impact
Identified as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and as an occupational carcinogen by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Consumption of titanium dioxide can have a negative impact to the digestive tract and immune system.