PVC windows and TiO2



Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is a naturally occurring white pigment, which is also contained in PVC window profiles, for example, but in solid form. Only the dusty titanium dioxide is threatened with classification as a hazardous substance.

Due to possible health effects, TiO2 attracted attention in 2017 when it was proposed to classify the substance in powder form as a carcinogen. The decision on this is imminent.

We provide information on this current topic in an article in bauelemente bau no. 01/20, which looks at occupational health and safety and lists possible consequences of the classification for processors and recycling. The article can be found here (German).

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PVC window profiles contain TiO2 in solid form. Only the dusty titanium dioxide threatens classification as a hazardous substance. Pictures: Window ©iStock.com/ronstik / TiO2 powder: iStock.com/Meowcyber

PVC window profiles contain TiO2 in solid form. Only the dusty titanium dioxide threatens classification as a hazardous substance. Pictures: Window ©iStock.com/ronstik / TiO2 powder: iStock.com/Meowcyber

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The latest technical guidelines of the Gütegemeinschaft Kunststoff-Fensterprofilsysteme, consumer magazines relating to PVC windows and many other publications can be found in the Downloads area. RAL-GZ 716 and the Technical Appendix can also be ordered there.

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