FOOD INDUSTRY
Talc is widely used in the food industry as an anti-caking, release, and polishing agent. Due to its natural softness, inertness, and excellent moisture-absorbing capabilities, talc prevents clumping in powdered food products such as spices, salt, rice, sugar, and premixes. It ensures that powders remain dry, free-flowing, and easy to handle during processing, packaging, and storage. Its ability to reduce friction also improves packaging speed and efficiency on industrial lines.
In confectionery, talc is used as a glazing agent for tablets, chewing gum, and candies to provide a shiny appearance and prevent them from sticking together. It is also used as a separating agent in bakery products and in chewing gum manufacturing. Being chemically stable and recognized as safe for food applications by many international bodies (like FDA and EFSA), talc plays a vital behind-the-scenes role in ensuring food quality, texture, and presentation remain consistent throughout the supply chain.