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Mistron® 353 is a high-purity microcrystalline talc. Mistron® 353 is used in interior and exterior coating, adhesive, and sealant formulations to reduce hard settling, improve sag resistance, and maximize prime pigment extension. Mistron® 353 is used in solid-color and semi-transparent wood stains to prevent tannin bleed and improve gloss uniformity without introducing abrasive characteristics.

Functions: Filler

Chemical Family: Silicates

End Uses: Primer, Stains

Oil Absorption: 34.0 - 34.0 g/100 g

Synonyms: Agalite, Talc (Mg3H2(SiO3)4), Talcum

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Identification & Functionality

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Applications & Uses

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Applications
  • Mistron® 353 acts as a reinforcing agent to enhance compound performance by increasing film strength and flexibility. Mistron® 353 has a platy, hydrophobic structure used in architectural and industrial primers to improve barrier properties which impart corrosion resistance and stain blocking ability.
  • Mistron® 353 could also be used in plastics as a cost-effective reinforcing agent to improve stiffness, HDT and dimensional stability. In rubber, it acts as a dusting/parting agent.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness of Grind3.5Hegman gauge
Particle Size (Passing through 325 Mesh)99.9%
Brightness85.0GEB
Oil Absorption34.0g/100g
Specific Gravity2.8
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5wt%
Bulking Value23.3lbs/gal
Mineral Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Talc Contentmin. 98%X-Ray Diffraction
Mineral Profile
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dolomite, Chlorite Contentsmax. 2%X-Ray Diffraction

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Packaging & Availability

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Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • USA