On an unrelated thread someone asked where to get fragrance-free talc. On-line you can find it at scientific supply companies. This is one I have used, but only at my lab. I believe they will sell some chemicals to individuals through their scientific education department. The one I would recommend is the third on the list when you search for 'talc'. It sells for about $12 for 100 g. The more expensive ones have been purified and tested more than we would need for philatelic purposes.
http://www.fishersci.com/ecomm/serv...toreId=10652