What is Talc?

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Talc ore is mined in the mineral state with layered structure and can be white, pink, light green, or gray in color. When it is pulverized, white or gray powder is obtained.
The chemical name of talc is hydrous magnesium silicate (Mg3Si4O10(OH)2).
Talc has a true specific gravity of 2.7 and Mohs hardness of 1, which is the softest inorganic mineral that offers excellent heat resistance and chemical stability.
It is produced in many parts of the world but the high purity talc ore with high industrial value comes mainly from China, India, and Pakistan.

Main applications of Talc

Plastic
Fillers (for rigidity, heat resistance, and dimensional stability improvements) and crystal nucleating agents
Paper making
Fillers, pitch control agents, and coating agents
Paint
Extender pigments (viscosity and gloss adjustments) and powder paints
Electronic components
Laminates, moldings, resist ink, and adhesive
Ceramics
Ceramic glaze and honeycomb ceramic material
Rubber
Fillers (heat resistance and reinforcement improvements) and anti-sticking agents
Cosmetics
Foundation, body powder, eye shadow, and lipsticks
Drugs
Tablet excipients and lubricants
Food
Gum base and production aids (stick prevention)
Agriculture
Anticaking agents for fertilizer and pesticide carriers
Talc Mine

Talc Mine

Production Process

Production Process