MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Infosafe No. 4AD54 Issue Date: December 2000 ISSUED by EXFOL
Product Name: EXPANDED PERLITE
Not Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
COMPANY DETAILS
Exfoliators (Aust) Pty Ltd (ABN 98 477 971 939)
Company Name
Factory 3/9 Pottery Road, Somerville, Victoria, 3912
Address
(03) 5977 5303
Emergency Telephone No.
Ph: (03) 5977 5303 Fax: (03) 5977 7397
Telephone / Facsimile
IDENTIFICATION
EXPANDED PERLITE
Product Name
None Allocated
Proper Shipping Name
None Allocated
UN Number
None Allocated
DG Class
None Allocated
Packing Group
None Allocated
Hazchem Code
Not Scheduled
Poisons Schedule
Hydroponics, Horticulture, Insulation, Lightweight Concrete, Refractory
Product Use
Insulation, Filler, Texture Coating, Cryogenic Insulation, Absorbent.
PHYSICAL DATA
Free flowing, pure white granules with no odour.
Appearance
Approx. 1250oC
Melting Point
Not Available
Boiling Point
Not Applicable
Vapour Pressure
2.2 - 2.5 (water=1)
Specific Gravity
Not Applicable
Flash Point
Not Applicable
Flamm. Limit LEL
Not Applicable
Flamm. Limit UEL
Insoluble
Solubility in Water
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FACTORY 3/9 POTTERY ROAD, SOMERVILLE, VIC. 3912 TELEPHONE: (03) 5977 5303 FAX: (03) 5977 7397
POSTAL: PO BOX 254, SOMERVILLE, VIC. 3912 EMAIL: exfoliators@bigpond.com www.exfoliators.com
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Infosafe No. 4AD54 Issue Date: December 2000 ISSUED by EXFOL
Product Name: EXPANDED PERLITE
Not Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
OTHER PROPERTIES
7 - 8 @ 10% concentration in water.
pH Value
Insoluble in common organic solvents.
Solubility in Organic Solvents
Solid
Form
Stable under normal conditions.
Stability
Will not occur.
Haz. Polymerization
Bulk Density: 45 - 120kg/m3
Other Information
INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Perlite 93763-70-3 99.90 - 100%
This product contains <0.1% crystalline silica.
Information on Composition
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
HEALTH EFFECTS
Not a likely source of exposure, however if swallowed may cause slight
Acute - Swallowed
irritation to the throat, oesphagus and stomach.
Contact with the eyes may cause mechanical irritation, resulting in
Acute - Eye
redness and lachrymation. Not anticipated to cause permanent eye
injury.
No known effects.
Acute - Skin
Inhalation of airborne dust may cause irritation to the mucous membrane
Acute - Inhaled
and upper airways. Symptoms of exposure can include coughing,
sneezing and breathing difficulties.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to this material may result in skin
Chronic
irritation in individuals with sensitive skin. Inhalation or airborne dust
may cause irritation to the respiratory tract and aggravate existing
respiratory disorders.
FIRST AID
Have victim wash out mouth with water and then give water to drink. If a
Swallowed
large quantity is swallowed or irritation develops seek medical attention.
If contact with the eye(s) occur, wash with copious amounts of water
Eyes
holding eyelid(s) open. If irritation develops and persists seek medical
attention.
Wash with water and soap.
Skin
Remove the source of contamination or move the victim to fresh air.
Inhaled
Have victim blow nose to remove excess dust. Ensure airways are clear
and have a qualified person give oxygen through a face mask if
breathing is difficult. If irritation develops and persists seek medical
attention.
Normal washroom facilities.
First Aid Facilities
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Infosafe No. 4AD54 Issue Date: December 2000 ISSUED by EXFOL
Product Name: EXPANDED PERLITE
Not Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
ADVICE TO DOCTOR
Treat symptomatically
Advice to Doctor
OTHER HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits Name TWA STEL
3
ppm mg/m3
ppm mg/m Footnote
Perlite 10 TWA: Total Dust
No exposure standards have been established for this material,
Other Exposure
however, the TWA National Occupational Health and Safety
Commission (NOHSC) exposure standards for dust not otherwise
specified is 10mg/m3.
Natural ventilation should be sufficient, however where dust is generated
Eng. Controls
the use of a mechanical exhaust ventilation system (drawing dust away
from workers breathing zone) is recommended.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Where ventilation is inadequate and dust is generated the use of an Air
Respirator Type
Purifying Respirator with a Class P1 filter complying with AZ/NZS 1715
(AS 1716)
and AZ/NZS 1716 is recommended.
The use of chemical goggles or safety glasses with side shield
Eye Protection
protection complying with AS/NZS 1337 is recommended.
Not required.
Glove Type
The use of sleeves and overalls are recommended.
Clothing
FLAMMABILITY
Non flammable or combustible.
Fire Hazards
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
Store in a cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.
Storage Precautions
Not classified as a Dangerous Good, according to the Australian Code
Transport
for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (6th Edition).
Use in a well ventilated area. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
Handling
Ensure a high level of personal hygiene is maintained when using this
product. That is, always wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or
using the toilet.
None allocated
Proper Shipping
Name
EPG Number
IERG Number
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Infosafe No. 4AD54 Issue Date: December 2000 ISSUED by EXFOL
Product Name: EXPANDED PERLITE
Not Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
SPILLS AND DISPOSAL
Increase ventilation. Wear sufficient respiratory protection and
Spills & Leaks
protective clothing. Sweep or vacuum material avoiding dust generation
or dampen spilled material with water to suppress airborne dust.
Transfer material to a suitable container for recycling or disposal. Wash
surfaces well with water. If large quantities of this material enter the
waterways contact the Environmental Protection Authority, or your local
Waste Management Authority.
Suitable for landfill disposal.
Disposal
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
Use appropriate fire extinguisher for surrounding environment.
Extinguishing Media
None Allocated
Hazchem Code
OTHER INFORMATION
No toxicity data is available for this material.
Toxicology
Prevent this material entering waterways, drains and sewers.
Environment Protection
CONTACT POINT
Graeme Raper
Contact
Ph: (03) 5977 5303
This MSDS was prepared by ACOHS Pty Ltd on behalf of Exfoliators
(Aust) Pty Ltd and summarises as at the date of issue the best
knowledge of the health and safety hazard information for the product,
and in particular how to safely handle and use the product in the
workplace. Since Exfoliators (Aust) Pty Ltd nor ACOHS Pty Ltd are
unable to anticipate or control conditions under which the product may
be used, each user must prior to usage, review the MSDS in the context
of how the user intends to handle and use the product in the workplace.
If clarification or further information is required to ensure that an
appropriate assessment can be made of the product, the user should
contact Exfoliators (Aust) Pty Ltd.
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