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Titanium Dioxide

Korean: 티타늄디옥사이드 · CAS 13463-67-7/ 1317-70-0/ 1317-80-2 · Functions: colorant, opacifying, uv absorber, uv filter

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Approved UV filter MFDS restricted ingredients (UV filter)

Maximum: 25%

Conditions (official MFDS text, Korean):
<자외선차단제> ∙ 25% <비타르색소> * CI Number(색소) : CI 77891

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/321

Maximum: (a) 25 %; (b) 1,4 % for general consu­mers, and 1.1 % for pro­fessional use.

Conditions: Product type: (a) face products in loose powder form (b) hair aerosol spray pro­ducts (c) other products a) (b) Only in the pigmentary form (c) Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user’s lungs by inhalation

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

Approved UV filter Annex VI/27

Maximum: 25%* *: In case of combined use of Titanium Dioxide and Titanium Dioxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit given in column g (Maximum concen­tration in ready for use preparation)

Conditions: Titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1 % or more of particles with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 10 μm, to be used in compliance with Annex III, No 321. For the product types under letter (c) of column (f) in Annex III, No 321, the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation provided in column (g) of this entry applies. (For use as a colourant, see Annex IV, No 143)

Source: EU CosIng — Annex VI · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

Approved UV filter M020.10

Maximum: 25%

Source: FDA OTC Monograph M020 (sunscreens) · checked Oct 17, 2026

This is a UV filter. In the U.S., sunscreens are regulated as over-the-counter drugs, so a filter must be on the FDA's list of permitted sunscreen actives to be used in a sunscreen sold there. Compare all filters on Sunscreen filters: Korea vs EU vs U.S.

Our noteA white mineral pigment. In sunscreens it is a UV filter allowed in Korea, the EU and the U.S. (each with its own limits); in makeup it is used as a white colorant (CI 77891).

Other markets

How Titanium Dioxide is treated in 6 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
CN ChinaRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): <자외선차단제> * 【화장품 중 최대사용농도】 배합한도 (일반) : 25% <착색제> * 착색제 【사용허가 범위】 : 각종 화장품
AS ASEAN (10 countries)Restricted MFDS summary (Korean): <고시명 : Titanium dioxide (VII/27)> * 【Restrictions】 Maximum authorised concentration in the finished cosmetic product : 25% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 25% * 【Restrictions】 Other limitations and requirements : Titanium dioxide in powder form containing 1 % or more of particles with aerodynamic...
TW TaiwanRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * 用途(용도) : 防曬劑 (자외선차단제) * 배합한도 : 25%
CA CanadaRestricted 【Restrictions】 Maximum Concentration Permitted : ≤ 25%
BR BrazilRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 25% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 25%
AR ArgentinaRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 25% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 25%

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

Products listing Titanium Dioxide

Also listed as

TITANIUM DIOXIDE Titanium Dioxide,CI 77891 티타늄디옥사이드

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

What is Titanium Dioxide?

A white mineral pigment. In sunscreens it is a UV filter allowed in Korea, the EU and the U.S. (each with its own limits); in makeup it is used as a white colorant (CI 77891).

Is Titanium Dioxide banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is (a) 25% · (b) 1,4% · 1.1%. The same records also list it as: Approved UV filter. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Titanium Dioxide banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Approved UV filter” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). The maximum allowed is 25%. It is allowed for that use within the stated conditions.

Is Titanium Dioxide allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

In the FDA's records it is listed as “Approved UV filter” (FDA OTC Monograph M020 (sunscreens)). The maximum allowed is 25%. It is allowed for that use within the stated conditions.

What is Titanium Dioxide used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: colorant, opacifying, uv absorber, uv filter.

What is Titanium Dioxide called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 티타늄디옥사이드.

Which K-beauty products contain Titanium Dioxide?

22 products we checked list it, for example Dr.Althea 15% Calamine Spot Powder, Nature Republic 2X By Flower Auto Eyebrow 03 Ash Mocha, Nature Republic 2X By Flower Auto Eyebrow 04 Moon Gray.

What is the CAS number of Titanium Dioxide?

CAS 13463-67-7/ 1317-70-0/ 1317-80-2 (from official records).

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