Talc
Talc, a naturally occurring mineral composed primarily of magnesium, silicon and oxygen, is used in many cosmetics, from baby powder to blush[1][2].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[14807-96-6]
UNSPSC
12352300
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Biochemical Assay Reagents; Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
Immunology/Inflammation; Metabolic Enzyme/Protease; NF-κB; Others
Field of Research
Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/talc.html
Purity
97.0
Solubility
DMSO : < 1 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C) |H2O : < 0.1 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)
Smiles
O[Si](O)=O.[0.75Mg]
Molecular Formula
H2O3Si
Molecular Weight
78.10
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
[1]Talc.|[2]Radić I, et al., Immunosuppression induced by talc granulomatosis in the rat. Clin Exp Immunol. 1988 Aug;73 (2) :316-21.|[3]Mandarino A, et al., The effect of talc particles on phagocytes in co-culture with ovarian cancer cells. Environ Res. 2020 Jan;180:108676.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
Launched
Available Sizes
Curated Selection
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