For Colour Making White Talc Powder, Industrial Grade

Description :
Talc powder is a soft, naturally occurring mineral composed primarily of magnesium silicate (Mg₃Si₄O₁₀(OH)₂). Known for its softness, hydrophobicity, and chemical inertness, talc is widely used across many industries. It is very soft and sectile (can be cut with a knife).
Uses and Applications of Talc Powder
1. Cosmetics and Personal Care

Face powders, blush, eye shadow, foundation – Gives smooth texture, absorbency, and a matte finish.

Body and baby powder – Absorbs moisture, prevents rashes, and reduces friction on the skin.

Soaps and deodorants – Acts as a filler and enhances skin feel.

2. Paints and Coatings

Filler/extender – Improves paint texture, coverage, and suspension.

Prevents cracking and sagging – Due to talc’s platy structure.

Enhances durability and weather resistance – Common in outdoor paints and protective coatings.

3. Plastics and Polymers

Reinforcing filler – Improves rigidity, heat resistance, and dimensional stability.

Enhances surface finish – Makes plastic surfaces smoother.

Used in polypropylene, polyethylene, PVC, and more.

4. Paper Industry

Filler – Improves opacity, brightness, and smoothness.

Coating agent – Enhances printability and finish.

Pitch and stickies control – Prevents resin deposits during papermaking.

5. Pharmaceuticals

Tablet manufacturing – Acts as a glidant and lubricant.

Excipient – Inert carrier for active ingredients in tablets and powders.

6. Ceramics

Component in ceramic bodies – Enhances thermal shock resistance.

Used in tiles, sanitary ware, and tableware – Improves firing properties and mechanical strength.

Specification
MgO (Magnesium Oxide)
28 – 32%
SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)
58 – 62%
Al₂O₃ (Aluminum Oxide)
< 1.5%
Fe₂O₃ (Iron Oxide)
< 1.5%
CaO (Calcium Oxide)
< 1.0%
Loss on Ignition (LOI)
4 – 7%
Color
White to off-white
Form
Fine powder
Whiteness (ISO scale)
80 – 98%
Moisture content
< 0.5%
Hardness (Mohs scale)
1 (very soft)
Oil Absorption
30 – 60 g/100g
pH (in water slurry)
7 – 9