Experts are raising concerns about titanium dioxide, a commonly used pigment that makes our food prettier. And while the Food and Drug Administration says it's safe, the European Union and ...

What Is Titanium Dioxide? Titanium dioxide is "a naturally occurring oxide of titanium. It is a brilliant white powder and is commonly used as a whitening or brightening agent," explains Reszko.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.

Europe banned titanium dioxide, an ingredient used in Skittles as a color additive, for use in foods effective August 7.