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Cosmetic-Grade Talc

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General Information

  • Product Name: Cosmetic-Grade Talc
  • CAS: 14807-96-6
  • Catalog: CI-IFP-001
  • Applications: Foundations and loose powders, eyeshadows and blushes, skincare innovation, creams and lotions, color cosmetics.

As a leading supplier of inorganic functional powders for the cosmetic industry, Alfa Chemistry offers cosmetic-grade talc, a meticulously processed mineral that is indispensable for a wide range of high-performance cosmetic formulations. With its exceptional physical and chemical properties, our talc helps you create products that deliver superior sensory experiences and optimal performance.

Basic Properties

ItemsGrade IGrade IIGrade III
Whiteness (%)≥ 90≥ 88≥ 85
Fineness, 325 mesh (45μm) (%)≥ 98≥ 98≥ 98
Moisture (%)≤ 0.5≤ 0.5≤ 0.5
Iron SaltsNo immediate blue color reactionNo immediate blue color reactionNo immediate blue color reaction
Water Soluble Matter (%)≤ 0.1≤ 0.1≤ 0.1
Acid Soluble Matter (%)≤ 3.0≤ 3.0≤ 3.0
Loss on Ignition (1000°C) (%)≤ 6.5≤ 6.5≤ 6.5
Arsenic (ppm)≤ 3≤ 3≤ 3
Lead (ppm)≤ 20≤ 20≤ 20
Total Bacterial Count (CFU/g)< 500< 500< 500
Mold (CFU/g)< 100< 100< 100
E. coli, S. aureus, P. aeruginosaNegativeNegativeNegative

Characteristics of Cosmetic-Grade Talc

Cosmetic-grade talc is primarily composed of hydrated magnesium silicate (Mg3Si4O10(OH)2), a naturally occurring mineral known for its inertness and versatility. It is distinguished by its:

  • Exceptional Purity and Whiteness: Our talc undergoes rigorous processing to achieve a high degree of purity and a brilliant white appearance, ensuring product aesthetics and transparency.
  • Chemical Stability: It remains unreactive with strong acids or bases, ensuring the stability and longevity of your cosmetic formulations.
  • Infrared Blocking Capability: Rich in silicon, our talc offers intrinsic infrared blocking properties, enhancing the protective qualities of your sun care and anti-infrared products.

Key Performance Benefits in Your Formulations

The unique physical characteristics of our cosmetic-grade talc translate into tangible benefits for your cosmetic products:

  • Luxurious Slip and Smoothness: The characteristic lamellar structure of talc creates a thin, lubricating film on the skin. This provides an incredibly smooth, silky, and easy-to-spread sensation, making it a cornerstone for powders and other tactile products.
  • Superior Coverage: Our talc offers excellent opacity, allowing for uniform skin coverage that effectively masks imperfections and enhances the concealing power of your formulations.
  • Effective Oil and Moisture Absorption: With its high absorbency, our talc efficiently manages skin moisture and oil, contributing to a dry, comfortable feel, perfect for body powders, antiperspirants, and mattifying products.
  • Formulation Stability: Being insoluble in water, alcohol, and oil, our talc ensures product integrity and stability, preventing undesirable interactions within multi-phase formulations.

Applications Across Cosmetic Categories

Our cosmetic-grade talc is a go-to ingredient for enhancing various cosmetic applications:

  • Foundations and Loose Powders: It is a vital component, absorbing excess skin oils for a long-lasting, natural-looking finish and contributing to a finely textured, adherent application.
  • Eyeshadows and Blushes: As an effective filler, it guarantees even color payoff and improves the glide and blendability of your pressed and loose pigments, leading to a more natural and professional application.
  • Skincare Innovations: In dusting powders and body care products, it maintains skin dryness, reduces friction, and minimizes irritation. It can also act as a gentle skin protectant, often paired with other active ingredients for soothing skin solutions.
  • Creams and Lotions: Incorporating our talc enhances the texture, volume, and stability of your creams and lotions while imparting a desirable smooth feel and improving spreadability. Its infrared blocking properties also offer an added layer of skin protection.
  • Color Cosmetics: From lipsticks to pressed compacts, our talc delivers a fine texture and robust coverage, contributing to enhanced luminosity and a softer feel for a natural and appealing makeup result.

Alfa Chemistry adheres to rigorous quality control standards to ensure that our talc products meet the stringent safety and purity requirements of the global personal care market. Partner with us for high-performance inorganic powders tailored to elevate your formulation's functionality and appeal.

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