Is Talc halal?
Talc is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. Mineral; no halal concern.
Excipient (glidant) · Confidence: High
Also known as: E553b, magnesium silicate
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What it is
A mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent.
Why it's here
Improves powder flow in tablets.
Why it may matter
Mineral; no halal concern.
Common sources
- Mineral
Reason codes
mineral
Evidence & citations1
AuditCommon questions
- Is Talc halal?
- RxHalal currently classifies Talc as HALAL (High confidence). Mineral; no halal concern. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
- What is Talc used for in medicines?
- A mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. Improves powder flow in tablets.
- What are common sources of Talc?
- Common sources include: Mineral. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Medicines using this excipient
34 total0 halal31 uncertain3 concern
- Tums Antacid (Calcium Carbonate 500 mg)· GSK Consumer HealthUncertain
- Pepto-Bismol Chewable Tablet· Procter & GambleUncertain
- Nexium 40 mg Capsule (Esomeprazole)· AstraZenecaUncertain
- Panadol Extra 500/65 mg Tablet· GSK Consumer HealthcareUncertain
- Voltaren 50 mg Tablet· Novartis (GSK Consumer)Uncertain
- Nexium 20 mg Tablet· AstraZenecaUncertain
Seen most often in these conditions
Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.
- Pain & Fever4 of 11 (36%)
- Diabetes (Type 2)3 of 9 (33%)
- GERD / Acid Reflux3 of 6 (50%)
- Infections (Antibiotics)3 of 10 (30%)
- Men's Health (ED & BPH)3 of 4 (75%)
Showing top 5 of 14 matched conditions.