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Technical Data Sheet
Talc Powder - White Colored Technical Grade
Industrial
- CAS number
- 14807-96-6
- Structure
Structure · PubChem - Grade
- Industrial
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazards
Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer.
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Talc Powder - White Colored Technical Grade
- Alliance Code
- industrial-talc-powder-gray-colored
- Grade
- Industrial
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 14807-96-6PubChem
- Formula
- —PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- —PubChem
- Product Type
- Pure substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum and iron oxides (R2O3) | 6 % max | 0.7 % | ASTM D 717, per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.1 | Interpreted |
| Asbestos | Free | Passes test | — | Interpreted |
| Calcium oxide (CaO) | 10 % max | 0.50 % | ASTM D 717, per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.1 | Interpreted |
| Coarse particles (residue on 45-µm / No. 325 sieve) | 2 % max | 0.2 % | ASTM D 717, per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.1 | Interpreted |
| Loss on ignition | 7 % max | 5.5 % | ASTM D 1208 (Test Methods for Common Properties of Certain Pigments), per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.2 | Interpreted |
| Combined magnesium and calcium silicates (MgO + SiO2 + CaO) | 88 % min | 93.0 % | ASTM D 717 (Test Methods for Analysis of Magnesium Silicate Pigment), per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.1 | Interpreted |
| Moisture and other volatile material | 1 % max | 0.15 % | ASTM D 280 (Test Methods for Hygroscopic Moisture), per ASTM D 605 section 5.1.6 | Interpreted |
| Whiteness | 85 to 98 % | 92.1 % | — | Interpreted |
| Median particle size (d50) | 8 - 15 um | 12.0 | Laser diffraction, ISO 13320 (dry dispersion) | Interpreted |
| Oil absorption | 25 - 45 g/100 g | 36 | ASTM D281 (spatula rub-out), linseed oil | Interpreted |
| Crystalline silica (quartz) | 1.0 % max | 0.20 % | X-ray diffraction, quantitative (reference intensity ratio) | Interpreted |
Values are reproduced from the current product reference. Source labels do not by themselves establish a supplier guarantee or a test result for your lot. Confirm applicable acceptance limits and request lot-specific documentation.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine powder, soft texture | Adjudicated |
| Form | Fine powder | Published reference |
| Odor | Odorless. | Published reference |
| pH | 8.5 - 10.0 | Interpreted |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 2.70 - 2.85 | Interpreted |
| Density | 2.7 to 2.8 (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | 1744 | Published reference |
| Melting Point | 1700 to 1800 °F (NTP, 1992) | Adjudicated |
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg at 68 °F Essentially (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Good | 60 | Acceptable | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
EPDM elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Standard for brine gaskets. | Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Preferred elastomer | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Universally inert to salt solutions. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Concrete (sealed) glass ceramic | Good | — | Acceptable with epoxy coating | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
304 stainless steel metal | Fair | 25 | Pitting in chloride-rich service | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
316L Stainless Steel metal | Good | 60 | Watch for chloride pitting above 60 °C in chloride salts. | NACE Chloride Pitting Guidelines |
Aluminium metal | Poor | — | Pitting; not recommended for brine | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Carbon steel metal | Poor | — | Rapid rust in brine | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
FRP thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Common bulk-storage | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
HDPE thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Universal salt brine compatibility. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
PP thermoplastic | Excellent | 80 | Acceptable for hot brine | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
PVC thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Standard for brine piping. | Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility |
Ratings reflect the service envelope (concentration × temperature) shown. Always confirm against your specific duty cycle and contact-time before equipment selection. The most cautious rating across overlapping references is shown.
Materials Selection Tool
Showing 13 of 13 material ratings within the selected envelope.
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Good | 60 | Acceptable |
EPDM elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Standard for brine gaskets. |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Excellent | 100 | Preferred elastomer |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Universally inert to salt solutions. |
Concrete (sealed) glass ceramic | Good | — | Acceptable with epoxy coating |
304 stainless steel metal | Fair | 25 | Pitting in chloride-rich service |
316L Stainless Steel metal | Good | 60 | Watch for chloride pitting above 60 °C in chloride salts. |
Aluminium metal | Poor | — | Pitting; not recommended for brine |
Carbon steel metal | Poor | — | Rapid rust in brine |
FRP thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Common bulk-storage |
HDPE thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Universal salt brine compatibility. |
PP thermoplastic | Excellent | 80 | Acceptable for hot brine |
PVC thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Standard for brine piping. |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Hazard Class
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Packing Group
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H350Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P201, P202, P280, P308+P313, P405, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 20 mppcf TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- 2 mg/m³ TWA (respirable)NIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 1000 mg/m³NIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Talc Powder - White Colored Technical Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications
- Talc is used as a lubricant, filler, reinforcement, electric and heat insulator, anti-stick and anti-cake agent, carrier, thickener and adsorbent.ranjanaminerals.com
- Used as a filler in plastic compounds including polypropylene, polyamides and cable PVC.ranjanaminerals.com
- Used in decorative paints, industrial coatings, pigment pastes, primers, enamels, adhesives and putties.ranjanaminerals.com
- Used in papermaking as a filler, to control pitch and stickies, and in paper coating.ranjanaminerals.com
- Used in detergent manufacturing, textiles, printing ink and the rubber industry, and as a filler raw material in chemical industries.ranjanaminerals.com
- Natural hydrous magnesium silicate is processed into paint pigment (magnesium silicate pigment) quality, per ASTM D 605.pdfcoffee.com
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Preserve in well-closed containers. No storage requirements specified.uspbpep.com
- Handling Precautions
- Standard chemical PPE — dust mask and goggles for handling of fine grades. Avoid generating airborne dust.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Specific incompatibilities depend on the salt — consult the SDS. Many salts react with strong acids to release gases.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Shelf Life
- Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
Not regulated for transport.
Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
NMFC Class
70
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
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| 1.4 | 2026-10-05 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-10-02 | Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.2 | 2026-09-30 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-06-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 3 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.