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Mistron® ZSC is an off-white, high-purity, platy, fine talc that is surface treated for improved dispersion and hydrophobicity, as well as die lubrication in plastics and rubber applications. Additionally, it is used for microcellar foam nucleation in polymeric foams and for improving water resistance and electrical properties in wire and cable applications.

Functions: Lubricant (External), Lubricant (Internal), Nucleating Agent

Chemical Family: Silicates

End Uses: Cables, Wire

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

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Composite Materials Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Composites End Use
Applications
  • Mistron® ZSC is used in plastics application to increase stiffness, HDT, and dimensional stability, and in rubber applications to reduce viscosity, improve processing and reduce die plate-out.
  • Mistron® ZSC is also used for micro cellar foam nucleation in polymeric foams, and for improving water resistance and electrical properties in wire and cable applications.

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness of Grind6.0Hegman gauge
Brightness87.0GEB
Specific Gravity2.8
Moisture Contentmax. 0.5wt%
Loose Bulk Density8.0lbs/ft³
Tapped Bulk Density19.0lbs/ft³
Mineral Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Talc Contentmin. 98%X-Ray Diffraction
Dolomite Contentmax. 2%X-Ray Diffraction

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • USA