Uses of talcum powder

The functionality of talcum powder is very powerful. What we usually come into contact with most is the medicinal effect of talcum powder, which has the effects of diuresis, clearing away heat and relieving summer heat, and absorbing moisture and healing sores. In fact, talcum powder has a wide range of uses. It can be divided into different types such as chemical grade talcum powder, ceramic grade talcum powder, cosmetic grade talcum powder, etc., and its roles in different fields are different. So, what are the uses of talcum powder? Let’s take a look below.

Uses: Mainly used as a modified filler in rubber, plastic, paint, coating and other chemical industries. Features: Increase the stability of product shape, increase adhesion, filling, hiding power, sanding properties, increase tensile strength, shear strength, bending strength, pressure strength, reduce deformation, elongation, thermal expansion coefficient, etc., high whiteness, uniform particle size, good dispersibility, etc.

2. Ceramic grade talc

Uses: Used in the manufacture of high-frequency porcelain, radio porcelain, various industrial ceramics, building ceramics, daily-use ceramics and ceramic glazes, etc. Features: No discoloration at high temperature, enhanced whiteness after forging, uniform density, good gloss and smooth surface.

Uses: It is a high-quality filler in the cosmetics industry. Features: Contains a large amount of silicon. It has the effect of blocking infrared rays, thus enhancing the sun protection and anti-infrared performance of cosmetics. At the same time, talcum powder is slippery and has a pearly luster. It has a certain protective and beautifying effect on the skin. It is easy to clean and is non-toxic and harmless.

4. Food grade talcum powder

Uses: used as additives in food industry. Features: non-toxic, tasteless, high whiteness, good compatibility, good gloss, soft taste and strong smoothness. The pH value is 7-9, which will not change or degrade the physical properties of the original product. It is a high-quality and stable filling additive in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Application: Used as filler for various high and low grade paper industry products. Features: Papermaking grade talc has the characteristics of high whiteness, stable particle size and low abrasion. Paper made with talcum powder can achieve the characteristics of smooth and delicate surface, high gloss, good toughness and strong hygroscopicity. Adding it to the formula can save raw materials and increase the service life of the grease net.

6. Other uses of talcum powder

The properties of talcum powder determine that it has a wide range of uses. In addition to the uses mentioned above, it can also be used in production isolation of wires and cables, mold demolding, moisture absorption and lubrication in daily life, sports and casting marking, etc. The main properties of talcum powder are smoothness, softness, dryness and high temperature resistance.