Ingredient record

Talc

CAS

14807-96-6 Opens the substance record on PubChem

EC

238-877-9

Status

Restricted — conditions apply · Annex III, entry 59

Conditions

(a) Keep powder away from children's nose and mouth

In brief

Talc is a naturally occurring mineral made mostly of magnesium, silicon and oxygen, ground into a fine powder. In cosmetics, it is used as an absorbent to soak up moisture and oils, often giving products a smooth, powdery texture.

Appears in

1 catalogue product

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