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This talc has been extensively tested and certified to meet all US Pharmacopoeia requirements for chemical and microbiological purity and the Cosmetic Manufacturers Association requirements for maximum limits on arsenic, lead, and heavy metals. These specifications make this talc ideal for medical, drug applications and cosmetic applications (both in powders and lotions). This talc has been refined to be used as a primary ingredient in drug and OTC tableting formulations where it acts as a binder and mold release agent.
| CHEMICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61% |
| MgO | 31% |
| Fe2O3 | <1.3% |
| Al2O3 | 1% |
| CaO | <0.5% |
| Pb* | LT 10 ppm |
| As* | LT 3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals* | LT 40 ppm |
| Loss on Ignition | LT 5.5% |
| Moisture (% weight loss @ 110⁰C) | <0.05% |
*Adheres to Cosmetic Manufacturers Association maximum amounts
| USP REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Asbestos form minerals | None Detected+ |
| Water Soluble Iron | Nil |
| Acid Soluble Substances | LT 2% |
| Water Soluble Substances | LT 0.1% |
| Microbiological Limit | 500 per gram |
| PHYSICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Dry Brightness (Hunter) | 89 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 |
| pH Value | 8.0 |
| Bulk Density | 12 lb/ft3 |
| Tapped Density | 33 lb/ft3 |
| Through 325 Mesh | 100% |
| Hegman Fineness | 5.75 |
| Median Particle Size | 2.0 microns |
This talc has been extensively tested and certified to meet all US Pharmacopoeia requirements for chemical and microbiological purity and the Cosmetic Manufacturers Association requirements for maximum limits on arsenic, lead, and heavy metals. These specifications make this talc ideal for medical, drug applications and cosmetic applications (both in powders and lotions). This talc has been refined to be used as a primary ingredient in drug and OTC tableting formulations where it acts as a binder and mold release agent.
| CHEMICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61% |
| MgO | 31% |
| Fe2O3 | <1.3% |
| Al2O3 | 1% |
| CaO | <0.5% |
| Pb* | LT 10 ppm |
| As* | LT 3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals* | LT 40 ppm |
| Loss on Ignition | LT 5.5% |
| Moisture (% weight loss @ 110⁰C) | <0.05% |
*Adheres to Cosmetic Manufacturers Association maximum amounts
| USP REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Asbestos form minerals | None Detected+ |
| Water Soluble Iron | Nil |
| Acid Soluble Substances | LT 2% |
| Water Soluble Substances | LT 0.1% |
| Microbiological Limit | 500 per gram |
| PHYSICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Dry Brightness (Hunter) | 89 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 |
| pH Value | 8.0 |
| Bulk Density | 12 lb/ft3 |
| Tapped Density | 33 lb/ft3 |
| Through 325 Mesh | 100% |
| Hegman Fineness | 5.75 |
| Median Particle Size | 2.0 microns |
This talc has been extensively tested and certified to meet all US Pharmacopoeia requirements for chemical and microbiological purity and the Cosmetic Manufacturers Association requirements for maximum limits on arsenic, lead, and heavy metals. These specifications make this talc ideal for medical, and drug applications. This talc has been refined to maximize its softness, oleophilic surface and fragrance retention, making it ideal for cosmetic formulations for both powders and lotions.
| CHEMICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61% |
| MgO | 31% |
| Fe2O3 | <1.3% |
| Al2O3 | 1% |
| CaO | <0.5% |
| Pb* | LT 10 ppm |
| As* | LT 3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals* | LT 40 ppm |
| Loss on Ignition | LT 5.5% |
| Moisture (% weight loss @ 110⁰C) | <0.05% |
*Adheres to Cosmetic Manufacturers Association maximum amounts
| USP REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Asbestos form minerals | None Detected+ |
| Water Soluble Iron | Nil |
| Acid Soluble Substances | LT 2% |
| Water Soluble Substances | LT 0.1% |
| Microbiological Limit | 500 per gram |
| PHYSICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Dry Brightness (Hunter) | 87 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 |
| pH Value | 8.0 |
| Bulk Density | 22 lb/ft3 |
| Tapped Density | 50 lb/ft3 |
| Through 325 Mesh | 97.7% |
| Median Particle Size | 5.5 microns |
This talc has been extensively tested and certified to meet all US Pharmacopoeia requirements for chemical and microbiological purity and the Cosmetic Manufacturers Association requirements for maximum limits on arsenic, lead, and heavy metals. These specifications make this talc ideal for medical, and drug applications. This talc has been refined to maximize its softness, oleophilic surface and fragrance retention, making it ideal for cosmetic formulations for both powders and lotions.
| CHEMICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61% |
| MgO | 31% |
| Fe2O3 | <1.3% |
| Al2O3 | 1% |
| CaO | <0.5% |
| Pb* | LT 10 ppm |
| As* | LT 3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals* | LT 40 ppm |
| Loss on Ignition | LT 5.5% |
| Moisture (% weight loss @ 110⁰C) | <0.05% |
*Adheres to Cosmetic Manufacturers Association maximum amounts
| USP REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Asbestos form minerals | None Detected+ |
| Water Soluble Iron | Nil |
| Acid Soluble Substances | LT 2% |
| Water Soluble Substances | LT 0.1% |
| Microbiological Limit | 500 per gram |
| PHYSICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Dry Brightness (Hunter) | 87 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 |
| pH Value | 8.0 |
| Bulk Density | 22 lb/ft3 |
| Tapped Density | 50 lb/ft3 |
| Through 325 Mesh | 97.7% |
| Median Particle Size | 5.5 microns |
This talc has been extensively tested and certified to meet all US Pharmacopoeia requirements for chemical and microbiological purity and the Cosmetic Manufacturers Association requirements for maximum limits on arsenic, lead, and heavy metals. These specifications make this talc ideal for medical, and drug applications. This talc has been refined to maximize its softness, oleophilic surface and fragrance retention, making it ideal for cosmetic formulations for both powders and lotions
| CHEMICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| SiO2 | 61% |
| MgO | 31% |
| Fe2O3 | <1.3% |
| Al2O3 | 1% |
| CaO | <0.5% |
| Pb* | LT 10 ppm |
| As* | LT 3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals* | LT 40 ppm |
| Loss on Ignition | LT 5.5% |
| Moisture (% weight loss @ 110⁰C) | <0.05% |
*Adheres to Cosmetic Manufacturers Association maximum amounts
| USP REQUIREMENTS | |
|---|---|
| Asbestos form minerals | None Detected+ |
| Water Soluble Iron | Nil |
| Acid Soluble Substances | LT 2% |
| Water Soluble Substances | LT 0.1% |
| Microbiological Limit | 500 per gram |
| PHYSICAL ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Dry Brightness (Hunter) | 86 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.8 |
| pH Value | 8.0 |
| Bulk Density | 26 lb/ft3 |
| Tapped Density | 52 lb/ft3 |
| Through 200 Mesh | 96.5% |
| Median Particle Size | 6.5 microns |