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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin contact X Skin absorption X Eye contact X Inhalation X IngestionX This product contains citric acid and perlitic mineral. Citric acid is a natural compound easily metabolized by humans and most living organisms. Gene-rally Recognized as Safe .. ,_ substance by US FDA, can be irritant to eyes. Perlite has been classified as GRAS by US FDA and as Food compatible mineral by Food Chemical Codex.

Potential health effects

Skin: perlite is not absorbed by the skin; citric acid might be absorbed by the skin. Product can cause slight, temporary irritation of the skin and dryness if prolonged exposure. Eye: citric acid is irritating to eyes; perlite may also cause slight irritation (tear production and redness). Product can cause irritation if gets in eye. Inhalation: Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung disease might be aggravated. Acute inhalation can cause dryness of the nasal passage and lung congestion, coughing and general throat irritation. Chronic inhalation of dust should be avoided. Ingestion: Ingestion of small to moderate quantities is not considered harmful, but may case irritation of the mouth, throat and stomach.