Talcum powder is a powder manufactured using a mineral called talc which is rich in magnesium, oxygen and silicon. It is widely use in cosmetic products such as face and body powders for adults and children. This is because talc powder absorbs moisture which keeps the skin dry and prevents rashes. Moreover, the fragrances infused into the talc powder prevents bad odors. Overall, talc powder keeps the skin fresh throughout the day.

There are many Talc Powder Manufacturers India including some of the biggest brands in the cosmetic industry. The Indian talcum powder market is valued at Rs. 1300 corer and is growing at a rate of 6-7%.

Requirements for talc powder manufacturers

Talcum Powder Manufacturers India possesses various licenses and permissions. These licenses and permissions are legally required to manufacture talc powder.

The legal requirements for talc powder manufacturers are NOC from the pollution control board, ROC registration, trademark registration, trade license from the municipal authority, and GST registration.

Investments required for talc powder manufacturing

Investing in talc powder manufacturing business involves multiple elements such as space for manufacturing and storage, machinery for manufacturing talc powder, and procurement of raw materials for manufacturing talc powder.

The correct size of the manufacturing facility for talc powder is 300 square meters. This space is sufficient to house the machinery and for storage of raw materials and finished goods and packaging operations. The space can be either purchased or rented. Most talc powder manufacturers prefer renting spaces as a more economical option.

Purchasing the machinery required for talc powder manufacturing is another main investment. It is imperative to get the correct machinery from reputed suppliers only. The various types of machines required for talc powder manufacturing are SS make blender, mechanical shifter, automatic filling machine, conveyor belt, and SS storage vessel. Funds for regular maintenance of the machines are also a necessity because poorly maintained machinery tends to break down frequently, leading to delays in production and subsequent financial losses.

Procurement of raw materials is another major investment for talc powder manufacturing. Raw materials required are IP grade talc, magnesium carbonate, perfumes, packaging containers, and packing materials.

The manufacturing process of talc powder

Talc Powder Manufacturers India uses the following process for mass production of talc powder.

The basic raw material talc is crushed into fine particles. For making talc powder, the size of particles is less than 5 um. Thereafter, deodorants are added to the talc to impart both antiseptic properties and fragrance to it. The SS blender machine blends the deodorants with the talc. The blending process takes 1-2 hours. There is a plethora of available deodorants either derived from natural oils or synthetic chemicals.

The automatic filling machine fills the talcum powder into the bottles. The capacity of the machine to fill the bottles per minute depends upon the powder volume, powder type, bottle diameter, and neck diameter.

Capping and labeling the bottles are the next two processes performed automatically by dedicated machines.

Quality control is the final stage before the containers are dispatched to the sellers by Soapstone Powder India. The quality of the talcum powder must confirm to the specifications set by the Bureau of Indian Standards BIS.

Essential details on the packaging

Talc Powder Manufacturers India are require to provide certain details on the packaging of their talcum powder containers.

The required information on the packaging includes critical ingredients used in manufacturing, net mass when packed, month and year of manufacture, batch number, address of the manufacturer, instructions for use, instructions to dispose of the container if applicable, and maximum retail price.

Types of talc powders manufactured

There are multiple types of talc powders manufacture in India. Some of them are as follows.

  • Body and Baby talc powder is made of white talc and does not contain pigments. It absorbs oil and keeps the skin oil free for long periods of time
  • Compact talc powder keeps the face oil free and fresh all through the day besides maintaining an even skin tone. It can also have SPF ingredients to protect the face against the UV rays of the sun
  • Blushes based on powder contain talc powder infused with red, pink, and brown pigments. The flush imparted to the cheeks by a blush makes the person appear younger

Conclusion

With the rise in disposable incomes, the demand for talc powder has increased in India. The fast growth in the cosmetic industry in recent years has positively impacted talc powder manufacturers as well.

 

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