Un-Expanded Perlite (Raw Crude Ore),All Grades G-12, G-20

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 3 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category 2B 2.2 Label elements, GHS-US labelling

Product definition

Perlite (Un-Expanded) CAS# 93763-70-3 Irritant

Hazard statements

May cause mild skin irritation. May cause eye irritation Respiratory Irritant.

Prevention

Treat as a nuisance dust. Avoid creating dust. Use adequate ventilation. NIOSH approved respirator or dust mask recommended. NIOSH approved dust goggles recommended.

Response

Flush eyes with clean water. Wash skin with mild soap and water. Remove to fresh air. Supplemental Instructions, based on route of entry: Skin contact: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause irritation due to drying effect of perlite. Skin absorption: N/A Eye contact: May irritate or injure eyes, mechanically Inhalation Upper Respiratory Irritant May aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions due to drying effect. Long-term inhalation of respirable crystalline silica can cause disabling lung disease (silicosis). Ingestion: LD50 not established, presumed over 10,000 mg/kg Sensitization: Non-sensitizing Emergency Overview: The fine particle size products represent inhalation hazards that can readily be controlled with appropriate dust protection equipment. Avoid processes that generate unnecessary dust.

Potential health effects

See above regarding long term exposure skin irritation, silicosis and eye irritation

Other hazards which do not result in classification

N/A