Is Hydrous magnesium silicate vegan?

Talc is also known as Hydrous magnesium silicate.

Talc is a powdered native hydrous magnesium silicate mineral, sometimes containing a small proportion of aluminium silicate. It is used as a filler, anti-caking agent, lubricant, and absorbent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food applications.

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