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In 2023–2024, the leading exporters of talc (CAS 14807-96-6) were France, India, and China, collectively accounting for over 50% of global exports by value, while the United States, Germany, and Italy ranked among the top importers. Talc prices remained relatively stable through 2023 but edged upward in early 2024 amid tightening supply from key European producers. Export volumes from India expanded notably in 2023–2024, reflecting increased capacity utilization and growing demand from ceramics and plastics manufacturers in Southeast Asia and Europe.
Talc is a naturally occurring, fine, soft, odorless, and non-volatile mineral powder, typically white to pale green or gray in color, with a greasy or silky feel and a melting point above 1500 °C. It is a hydrated magnesium silicate, classified as an inorganic mineral and layered phyllosilicate. Talc is primarily used as a functional filler, lubricant, and reinforcing agent in industrial formulations rather than as a chemical intermediate. Its principal applications span plastics (especially polypropylene), paints and coatings, ceramics, cosmetics, paper, and rubber, where it imparts stiffness, dimensional stability, surface smoothness, and moisture resistance.
This chemical is included in Basic Chemicals. See more about what is Talc and Talc SDS information.
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