Mineral Description

Talc (Steatite / Soapstone) is a soft, lamellar industrial mineral composed mainly of hydrated magnesium silicate. Known for its silky texture, chemical stability, low abrasiveness and excellent thermal resistance, talc is one of the most widely used functional fillers across multiple industrial sectors.

Industrial Uses and Applications

• Plastics and Rubber: enhances mechanical strength, thermal stability and surface finish.
• Paints and Coatings: improves smoothness, coverage, brightness control and viscosity stability.
• Ceramics: essential for porcelain, tiles, sanitary ware and high-temperature products.
• Cosmetics: gentle mineral used in powders, makeup and skin-care formulations.
• Pulp and Paper: increases smoothness, opacity and printability of paper products.
• Chemical Industry: used as filler, additive and anti-sticking agent.

Extraction and Processing

Talc is extracted from open-pit or underground deposits. After mining, the mineral undergoes drying, crushing, fine grinding or micronization, and classification by mesh size. Grades are selected based on whiteness, purity and lamellar particle structure.

Main producing regions include Pakistan, India, China, Brazil, Turkey and parts of Africa.

Talc Supply – PEI PADIMAR

PEI PADIMAR supplies high-quality talc in multiple grades for plastics, coatings, ceramics, paper and cosmetic applications. Available in powder form (various mesh sizes) and natural steatite stone.

Packaging options include 25 kg bags, 1-ton big bags and bulk container shipments. Full documentation (COA, MSDS and Certificate of Origin) is available upon request.

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High-quality talc for plastics, paints, ceramics, paper and cosmetics. Multiple grades available.