Searles Perlite

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Not a Dangerous Good according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, IATA and IMDG/IMSBC criteria. Not Hazardous - No criteria found

Precautionary statements

S22, S25. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good under the ADG Code

UN Number

None allocated

Signal word

NONE. Not hazardous

Prevention

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P337 If eye irritation persists seek medical attention P352: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.

Storage

P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.

Disposal

P501: If product can not be recycled, consider controlled incineration, or contact a specialist waste disposal company (see Section 13 of this SDS). Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: White granules. Odour: No odour.

Health hazards

no significant risk factors have been found for this product

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Long term inhalation of high amounts of any nuisance dust may overload lung clearance mechanism. Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. However product may be mildly irritating, although unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in normal use. In addition product is unlikely to cause any discomfort in normal use. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is likely to be mechanically irritating. If exposure is minor or brief, no long term effects should result. However, if material is not removed promptly, scratches to surface of the eye may result with long term consequences. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.