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Talc

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Talc

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Functional mineral for use in paper, paints, ceramics, plastics, personal care, etc.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

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Imerys Talc Luzenac France

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Route Nationale 20 B.P. 11 09250 Luzenac-sur-Ariège France

+33 5 61 02 04 06

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+1 303 623 5716

Available outside office hours: Yes

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

The above mentioned products are a natural association of talc, chlorite and dolomite.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Chlorite EC: 215-285-9 1318-59-8 --- No
Dolomite EC: 240-440-2 16389-88-1 5% No
Talc EC: 238-877-9 14807-96-6 95% No
Respirable crystalline silica --- 1% No

Notes

Impurities: These products do not contain any classified impurity

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

No special first aid measures. Remove to fresh air and get medical attention in case of serious respiratory problems.

Symptoms: coughing, expectoration, sneezing, and difficulty in breathing due to upper respiratory tract irritation.

Skin contact

No special first aid measures necessary.

Eye contact

Rinse with copious quantities of water and seek medical attention if irritation persists.

Symptoms: irritation

Ingestion

No first aid measures required.

Immediate Medical Attention

No specific actions are required.

Medical Treatment

No specific actions are required.

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Minimise airborne dust generation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below specified exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne particles below the exposure limit.

Hands

Protective gloves are not necessary but recommended for those prone to skin irritation or dryness.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side-shields where there is a risk of dust generation which could lead to mechanical irritation of the eye.

Respiratory

In case of prolonged overexposure to airborne dust concentrations, wear respiratory protective equipment that complies with the requirements of national legislation. The use of half or full face masks with filters against particles of category 2 or 3 (FP2 - FP3) is recommended. See EN 143: 2000 - Respiratory protective devices.

Skin/Body

No specific requirement. For hands, see below.

Environmental

Avoid wind dispersal.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility In Water
Negligible
Form
powder
Softening Point
---
Melting Point
>1300°C
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State
powder
Flash Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
2.58-2.83
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Ph
9-9.5 (suspension of 10% talc in water)
Voc Content
---
Colour Intensity
---
Density
---
Odor Threshold
Not relevant
Molecular Weight
---
Appearance
White, off white to light grey powder
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Odor
Odourless
Vapor Pressure
---
Bulk Density
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Colour
White, off white to light grey
Decomposition Temperature
>1000°C
Metal Corrosion
---
Explosive Limits
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Cloud Point
---
Vapor Density
---
Flammability
Not flammable
Properties Status
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Solidification Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Solubility
Solubility in water : Negligible Solubility in hydrofluoric acid : Yes
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not relevant
Boiling Point
---
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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Talc?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Talc?

Talc is a powder appearing as white, off white to light grey powder with white, off white to light grey color. It has odourless odor.

What is the solubility of Talc?

Solubility in water : Negligible Solubility in hydrofluoric acid : Yes

What is Talc used for?

Functional mineral for use in paper, paints, ceramics, plastics, personal care, etc.

What is the melting point of Talc?

The melting point is >1300°C .

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