6. Conclusion

Titanium dioxide (TiO ₂ ) is an inorganic compound crystallized most often in two main forms, rutile and anatase. Its main applications are often related to nano-sized particles used in the manufacture of materials or thin films. These are mainly pigments in paints, plastics and paper. These applications account for around 80% of worldwide consumption, while pigments for textile fibers, cosmetics, glass and food products account for around 8%. Other applications are mainly due to TiO ₂ 's photocatalytic and dielectric properties. Although they account for only a small share, they are often highly innovative, as in the case of ceramics for electronics and catalysts.

Photocatalysis, i.e. catalysis induced by UV and visible radiation, is one of the most innovative applications....