Technical talc, Dnipropetrovsk region.

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Talc (magnesium hydrosilicate) is known as a food emulsifier E553b - it is lamellar crystals or a fine powder of white color with a slightly noticeable greenish tint, which has absolutely no taste and smell. Talcum powder often causes the feeling that the mass is greasy.
In the food industry, as a rule, talc is used in the production ofconfectionery products, as well as for the purpose of glossing them. Addition of food emulsifier E553b Talc gives the finished caramel masses a shine. In addition, this substance is often included in the composition of caramel and dragees.(//tractor-service.com)
In the medical industry, it is used as a base for tablets, it is used in the perfumery and cosmetic industry and other industries.
It is the main component of children's powders, which is why both names are often used as synonyms. It is used in everyday life to prevent friction of touching surfaces (in rubber gloves, in shoes), as well as to prevent sticking during long-term storage of various rubber products.

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