Expanded Perlite

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 – Classification of the Substance or Mixture Component Classified – None

Health hazards

Skin Contact – Repeated or prolonged contact may cause irritation Skin Absorption – Not applicable Eye Contact – May irritate or injure eyes, mechanically Inhalation - Upper Respiratory Irritant: May aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions. Levels of Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) in Perlite are undetectable. Because it is known that long-term inhalation of RCS can

Signal word

Not applicable

Hazard statements

Not applicable

Supplemental label elements

Not applicable Not applicable - Packaging to be fitted with child-resistant fastenings – Not applicable - Packaging to be fitted with a tactile warning – Not applicable

Precautionary statements

- General – Not applicable

Prevention

Not applicable

Response

Not applicable

Storage

Not applicable

Disposal

Not applicable - The identity of substances that contribute to the classification – Not applicable

2.3 Other hazards

- PBT, vPvB, SVCH or ED criteria – The product does not contain any ingredients: - Which meet the PBT or vPvB criteria as laid down in Annex XIII to Regulation (EC) No

Other hazards which do not result in classification

This product is not expected to produce any unusual hazards during normal use. However, dust may be released into the air while moving/using the product. Exposure to high dust levels may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, or upper respiratory tract. Ensure adequate ventilation and avoid breathing excessive dust. Naturally occurring minerals used in this product may contain trace amounts of Crystalline Silica.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

- Component Classified – None - GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) – Not Classified