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Talcum Powder, Lab Grade

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Article code
TALCGL
CAS
14807-96-6
Grade
Lab Grade
Category
Other laboratory materials
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Properties

Article / SKU
TALCGL
CAS
14807-96-6
Synonyms
Magnesium Silicate Hydrate, Soapstone, Talcum
Grade
Lab Grade
Odor
Odorless
Melting point
800 °C / 1472 °F
Density
2.5 - 2.8
Solubility
Insoluble in Water
Molecular formula
3MgO 4 SiO 2 H 2 O
Molecular weight
379.27
Acidity or Alkalinity
Max 0.4mL of 0.01N HCl required for color change
Arsenic (As)
Max 3 ppm
Autoship Available
Yes
Calcium (Ca)
Max 0.9%
Free Alkali
Max 1%
Heavy metals
Max 0.004%
Iron (Fe)
Max 0.25%
Lead (Pb)
Max 10 ppm
Loss on drying
Max 0.5%
Loss on ignition
Max 6%
Magnesium (Mg)
17.0-19.5%
Pillar
Essential
Vapor density
5.7

Packaging options — size and article

SizeArticle / SKU
500gTALCGL-500G
1kgTALCGL-1KG
12.5kgTALCGL-12.5KG
25kgTALCGL-25KG
2.5kgTALCGL-2.5KG
1lbTALCGL-1LB
50lbTALCGL-50LB

Packaging options

  • 500g
  • 1kg
  • 12.5kg
  • 25kg
  • 2.5kg
  • 1lb
  • 50lb

Details

About Talcum Powder, Lab Grade

Talcum powder is synthesized from the mineral Talc having a composition of magnesium, silicon, and oxygen elements. It readily absorbs moisture and is excellent for keeping skin dry and preventing baby rashes. It is found in a variety of consumer items, including infant powder, adult body/face powders, and a variety of other cosmetics. It is certified as Lab Grade due to the presence of some impurities. Lab grade chemicals possess reasonable purity but do not comply with any official standard for quality or purity.

Talcum powder is synthesized from the mineral Talc having a composition of magnesium, silicon, and oxygen elements. It readily absorbs moisture and is excellent for keeping skin dry and preventing baby rashes. It is found in a variety of consumer items, including infant powder, adult body/face powders, and a variety of other cosmetics.

Common Uses and Applications

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