Cosmetic grade talc is highly purified, free of contaminants like asbestos, and finely milled to be safe for skin contact. It meets strict safety standards for personal care use. Industrial talc, used in plastics, ceramics, paper, and other manufacturing processes, may have a broader particle size range and less stringent purity requirements but must still be tested to ensure it is asbestos-free. These differences ensure cosmetic talc is safe for human contact, while industrial talc meets performance needs in manufacturing.