| Notes | Mica is an Any of several silicates of varying chem. composition, but similar physical props. and crystalline structure Mica uses and applications include: Filler, extender, reinforcing agent for adhesives, plastics, rubber, coatings, cosmetics, pearlescent pigments, glass, ceramics, roofing; binder, reinforcement in lipsticks; colorant for external pharmaceuticals, eye use; electrical insulation; asphalt shingles; production of vacuum tube spacers; dusting agent; lubricant; mold release agent; specialty papers for insulation and filtration; wallpaperwallboard joint cement; oil-well drilling muds; film reinforcing agent, flexibilizer; incandescent lamps; opacifier; filler, slip agent for foods; colorant in food-contact polymers, paperpaperboard in contact with aqueousfatty foods; filler in food-contact rubber articles for repeated use |
