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Talc Powder - White Colored Technical Grade
Technical Grade
- CAS number
- 14807-96-6
- Structure
Structure · PubChem - Grade
- Technical Grade
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazards
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Talc Powder - White Colored Technical Grade
- Alliance Code
- industrial-talc-powder-gray-colored
- Grade
- Technical Grade
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 14807-96-6PubChem
- Formula
- Mg3Si4O10(OH)2Adjudicated
- Molecular Weight
- 379.27 g/molAdjudicated
- Product Type
- Pure substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talc content | Typical only | >98 % | X-ray diffraction (XRD) | Manufacturer typical data |
| Dolomite and chlorite | Typical only | <2 % | X-ray diffraction (XRD) | Manufacturer typical data |
| Median particle diameter (d50) | Typical only | 7 µm | Sedigraph (sedimentation) | Manufacturer typical data |
| Passing 325 mesh (44 µm) | Typical only | 99.5 % | Sieve, 325 mesh (44 µm) | Manufacturer typical data |
| Fineness of grind | Typical only | 3 Hegman | Hegman gauge | Manufacturer typical data |
| Brightness | Typical only | 82 | GE brightness | Manufacturer typical data |
| Oil absorption | Typical only | 31 g oil/100 g | — | Manufacturer typical data |
| Moisture | Typical only | <0.5 % (w/w) | — | Manufacturer typical data |
| Bulking value | Typical only | 23.3 lb/gal | — | Manufacturer typical data |
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 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 (typical) | Adjudicated |
| Density | 2.7 to 2.8 (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable | Adjudicated |
| 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 |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Hazard Class
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Packing Group
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HCS 2024
- 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: 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
- Lamellar talc for architectural and industrial primers and topcoats: enhances film strength and flexibility and provides barrier properties that improve corrosion resistance and stain blocking.Manufacturer product data sheet
- Rheology control and reinforcement in adhesives, sealants, caulks, joint compound, wood putty and auto body filler.Manufacturer product data sheet
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
- Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Non-combustible solid; minimize dust formation and accumulation.Adjudicated
- Handling Precautions
- Use standard chemical PPE — splash goggles, gloves, lab coat. Refer to SDS for hazard-specific PPE requirements.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Strong oxidizing agents.Adjudicated
- 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.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 2026-10-13 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.5 | 2026-10-12 | Canonical data updated: 7 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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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.