RUBBER INDUSTRY
Talc is a key additive in the rubber industry, valued for its platy structure, chemical inertness, and reinforcing properties. It is used as a functional filler that improves the mechanical strength, heat resistance, and processability of rubber compounds. Talc enhances the dimensional stability of rubber products, reduces shrinkage during molding, and improves the resistance to tearing and abrasion, making it ideal for high-performance applications such as automotive parts, seals, gaskets, and hoses.
Additionally, talc acts as an effective processing aid by reducing stickiness in uncured rubber, making handling, extrusion, and rolling easier and more efficient. It also improves dispersion of other fillers and additives, ensuring consistent quality and texture throughout the rubber mix. Talc’s non-reactive nature ensures it doesn’t interfere with vulcanization or chemical curing processes, helping manufacturers achieve durable, smooth-finished rubber products with improved surface quality and longer service life.