titanium dioxide
Coverage of titanium dioxide in the Nexus archive.
- Military stealth coating sold as cheap house paint? China might do it
China may be advancing large-scale production of low-cost stealth coatings, with a Foshan University team developing a microwave-absorbing composite from expanded graphite and titanium dioxide. The material, reported in a peer-reviewed journal, could reduce costs for radar-absorbing technologies previously limited to military applications.
- CR Investigation: Concerning levels of additives found in some popular snack foods
Consumer Reports and Yuka tested 40 processed foods/drinks, finding 25% contained concerning additive levels, rising to over a third with contaminants. The FDA declined to comment on specific results but mentioned a stronger post-market review process. Companies like Kraft Heinz and Ocean Spray stated their products meet U.S. standards and plan to remove artificial additives.