TALK 3MgO.4SiO2, H2O Syn : Purified talc, Talcum, French chalk 3 Physical Forms, Foliated, Fibrous and steatite; 3. Properties: White crystalline powder Odourless Tasteless Insoluble in water Insoluble in dilute acids; 4. Uses: 1. Topical agent 2. Protective agent 3. Used in dusting powder 4. read more
In medicine, talc is used as a pleurodesis agent to prevent recurrent pleural effusion or pneumothorax. In the European Union, the additive number is E553b. Due to its low shear strength, talc is one of the oldest known solid lubricants. Also a limited use of talc as friction-reducing additive in lubricating oils is made. read more
Talc has many uses in cosmetics and personal care products including as an absorbent, anti-caking agent and to improve the feel of the product. Talc is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in ingested and topical drug products. read more