Bhata Katari- Hydrated Magnesium silicate- Bhaata- Bhatta Powder

Bhata Katari Powder

Latin : Hydrated Magnesium silicate

Other Names : Bhaata, Bhatta, Selkhadi, Sack stone, Sandstone, Bhatta Powder, Paatha, Selkhadi , Soapstone, Sang jarahat, Steatite

Origin : India

Properties and specification of Talc

• Synonyms: Soapstone; steatite; talcum; Talc, magnesium silicate;
• CAS number: 14807-96-6
• EINECS: 238-877-9
• Purity:
• Appearance: white translucent
• Formula: Mg3Si4O10(OH)2
• Molecular weight: 379.26
• MgO content: 31.80%
• SiO content: 60.0%
• Average particle size (d50): 12.0 microns
• Sieve residue (45 micron mesh): >98% passing
• Surface area: 4.3m2/g
• Mohs hardness: 1.0
• pH: 8.4-9.4
• Bulk Density (loose): 0.81 g/mol
• Specific gravity: 2.75 g/cm³
• Solubility in water: insoluble
• Melting point: >1300C
• Refractive index: 1.59
• Oil Absorption: 37g/100g