Widely used in cosmetics and personal care products for its smooth texture and moisture-absorbing properties. Common in baby powders, face powders, and body powders to reduce friction and prevent chafing.

Used as a filler in pharmaceutical tablets to improve flow during manufacturing and prevent sticking. In the food industry, it serves as an anti-caking agent. However, talc must be purified to be asbestos-free for consumer safety.

In industrial applications, serves as a lubricant and reinforcing filler in ceramics, paint, plastics, and rubber due to its softness, resistance to heat and acids, enhancing strength, heat resistance, and reducing stretching.

Commonly used in the paper industry to improve smoothness and printability.

Also found in roofing materials and insecticides as a carrier or extender.