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Leucoxene

Leucoxene is a dark coloured mineral which, with processing, can be converted into a titanium dioxide white opaque pigment. Around 82 – 89 % of titanium dioxide minerals globally are used as a pigment in the manufacture of paint, plastic, paper and fibre where, in addition to being a whitener and reflecting light, they also provide UV and chemical resistance. The wide range of end applications for pigment include house and car paints, laminates, plastic pipes and packaging, inks, clothing, sunscreen, toothpaste and in the cosmetic industry. Also titanium dioxide as a way to reflect light, helping cool buildings.

Welding is another key market for titanium feedstocks. Leucoxene plays an important function in welding electrodes that are ultimately used as a safe, strong, and long-lasting way to join steel in the construction, manufacturing, and ship building sectors.

Leucoxene

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