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Pharmaceutical Talc is a highly purified natural mineral, a hydrated magnesium silicate. This white microcrystalline powder is exceptionally soft, chemically inert, and non-abrasive. This product has undergone strict quality control and meets the high purity standards required for use in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
If you're looking to buy pharmaceutical talc for your production needs, our product is the ideal solution. This is pharmacopoeial talc, which is asbestos-free and has excellent absorbent and glidant properties. Due to its structure, it is an indispensable excipient in the production of solid dosage forms, ointments, and powders. Our company offers wholesale talc with a guarantee of compliance with specifications.
Product Characteristics
The table presents data based on actual batch data for TALMAG PHARMA-S (according to the Certificate of Analysis).
| Parameter | Value |
| Product Name | Pharmaceutical Talc (TALMAG PHARMA-S) |
| English Name | Talc Pharmaceutical Grade / Purified Talc |
| Chemical Formula | Mg₃Si₄O₁₀(OH)₂ (3MgO·4SiO₂·H₂O) |
| CAS Number | 14807-96-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 379.27 g/mol |
| Appearance | Fine white powder (Whiteness: 94%) |
| Packaging | Bags (industrial) / Big bags (on request) |
| EC (EINECS) number | 238-877-9 |
| HS code (customs code) | 2526.20 |
| Certification | Complies with USP 43, Ph. Eur. 10, JP 17, China Ph. 2020 |
| Specification | Pharmacopoeial, high purity, asbestos-free |
| Country of Origin | On request |
| Application | Pharmaceuticals, cosmetology, food industry |
| Melting Point | > 900-1000°C (stable at high temperatures) |
| Loss on ignition | 5.0% (USP Standard: max. 7.0%) |
| Heavy metals (Pb) | < 2 ppm (USP Standard: < 0.001%) |
| Chromatographic Purity | Not applicable for mineral raw materials |
| Optical Rotation | Not applicable |
| pH | Alkaline reaction (Acidity/Alkalinity: HCl < 0.3 ml, NaOH < 0.3 ml) |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, ethanol, diluted acids |
| Density / Form | Bulk density: 0.36 g/cm³ |
| Storage Conditions | In a dry place, in the original packaging |
| Safety and Toxicity | Non-toxic when used correctly, avoid inhalation of dust |
Results of Analysis of Pharmaceutical Talc According to Various Pharmacopoeias
| Analysis Method (Pharmacopoeia) | Parameter | Specification | Result | Interpretation |
| USP 43° Ed | Magnesium <852> | 17.0%−19.5% | 18.6% | Complies with USP |
| USP 43° Ed | Iron <852> | Max 0.25% | 0.004% | USP Compliant |
| USP ** | Loss on Ignition | Max 7.0% | 5.0% | Compliant |
| USP ** | Total Aerobic Count | Max 100 CFU/g | <10 CFU/g | Compliant |
| EP 10° Ed | Lead | Max. 10 ppm | <2 ppm | PhEur compliant |
| JP 17° Ed | Arsenic | Max. 4 ppm | <0.1 ppm | Complies with JP |
| China Pharmacopeia, 2020 Ed | Asbestos-free | Free | Complies with | Complies with China Pharmacopeia |
| BR-CQL-I-015 | Whiteness FMY (*) | Min. 90 | 94 | Complies |
| BR-CQL-A-003 | Solubility in HCl | Max. 2.0% | 0.4% | Complies |
| BR-CQL-A-004 | Residue on 200# sieve (75 µm) | Max. 1.5% | 0.7% | Complies |
| BR-CQL-A-007 | Bulk Density | 0.35-0.45 g/cm³ | 0.36 g/cm³ | Complies |
Detailed Description and Benefits
Why Do Professionals Choose Our Product?Medical Talc is not just a mineral, but a critical component in the creation of high-quality medications. The key advantage of this raw material is its high chemical purity and the complete absence of asbestos fibers, as confirmed by testing (X-ray diffraction).
The chemical composition of talc includes a strictly regulated magnesium content (18.6% in this batch, compared to the standard of 17.0–19.5%), as well as minimal amounts of impurities such as iron (<0.004%), aluminum (<0.004%), and calcium (0.003%). This makes it an ideal inert filler.
Properties of talc that make it indispensable:
- Ideal glide: Acts as an excellent lubricant and glidant during tableting, preventing mixtures from sticking to equipment.
- Absorption: Effectively absorbs moisture and fats, which is important for powders and ointments.
- Chemical inertness:Talc in medicines does not react with active ingredients, ensuring formula stability.
- Bacterial purity: Strict microbiological control (total aerobic count <10 CFU/g), which allows its use even in sensitive formulations.
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Applications
Understanding the uses of talc, we can identify key industries where this mineral is vital:
- Pharmaceutical industry:
- As a filler (diluent) and lubricant in the production of tablets and capsules.
- As a base for medicinal dermatological powders and dusting powders (medical talc protects the skin from irritation).
- As a component of tablet coatings to prevent their sticking (anti-tacking) agent).
- Cosmetology:
- Base for baby powders, face and body powders, dry deodorants, and eye shadows.
- Used to improve the texture of creams and lotions (slip modifier).
- Food industry:
- As an anti-caking agent (E553b) and an auxiliary in the production of confectionery and chewing gum.
Where else is talc used? It is used in the production of dietary supplements and nutraceuticals.
Storage conditions and safety
Pharmaceutical talc is a stable material. To preserve its properties, store the product in a dry place, tightly sealed in its original packaging, at room temperature. The shelf life under proper storage conditions is 60 months.
From a safety perspective, the product is non-toxic when taken orally (LD50 > 5000 mg/kg). However, avoid inhaling dust, as it may cause respiratory irritation. It is recommended to use respiratory protective equipment when handling raw materials.
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