As of the date of preparation of this document, the foregoing information is believed to be accurate and is provided in good faith to comply with applicable Federal and State law(s). However, no warranty or representation with respect to such information is intended or given.
Prepared by: Brian K. Jeppsen
EXPANDED PERLITE |
Date Issued: 10/18/2001 • Date Revised: N/A
Revision No. 0 |
| HMIS Ratings |
NFPA |
| Health |
* |
Health |
* |
| Flammability |
0 |
Flammability |
0 |
| Reactivity |
0 |
Reactivity |
0 |
| Personal Protection |
E |
Special Hazards |
0 |
HMIS Ratings: 0 = Minimal Hazard
E = Dust Respirator |
NFPA Ratings: 0 = Insignificant:
1 = Slight |
| Both: * = Refer to data on MSDS |
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SECTION I |
Product Identification |
| Trade Name |
Perlite (All Expanded Grades) |
| Chemical Name |
Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate |
| Formula |
Mixture |
| CAS Number |
93763-70-3 |
| Manufacturer’s Name |
Idaho Minerals, LLC
100 Hess Drive, Malad, Idaho 83252 • (202) 766-4777
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SECTION II |
Product Ingredients |
| Ingredient Name |
CAS No. |
% |
OSHA PEL |
ACGIH TLV |
| Perlite, Ore |
93763-70-3 |
100 |
15 mg / m³ (Total)
5 mg / m³ (Respirable) |
10 mg / m³ (Total)
3 mg / m³ (Respirable) |
| This product may contain crystalline silica (quartz) at below detectable levels (<0.05%); CAS No. 14808-60-7; OSHA PEL <0.05 mg / m³ (respirable). |
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SECTION III |
Physical Data |
| Physical State |
Solid |
| Appearance and Odor |
White Powder, Odorless |
| Boiling Point |
N/A |
| Freezing Point |
N/A |
Vapor Pressure
(MM Hg / 70º F) |
N/A |
| Vapor Density (Air = 1) |
N/A |
| Specific Gravity |
2.33 |
| Pн |
Neutral |
| Solubility in Water |
Negligible |
| Percent Volatiles by Volume |
N/A |
SECTION IV |
Fire and Explosion Data |
| Flash Point |
Nonflammable |
| Flammability Limits |
N/A |
| Extinguishing Media |
N/A |
| Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards |
None |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures |
None |
SECTION V |
Health Hazards |
| Summary: Perlite is a naturally occurring volcanic glass consisting of fused sodium* potassium* aluminum silicate. OSHA has classified perlite as a Particulate Not Otherwise Regulated (PNOR), which has the same Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) as that is used for nuisance and inert dusts. Although there are no published reports of adverse health effects from exposure to perlite dust, dust levels should be maintained below the OSHA PEL for PNORs and respirators should be used when airborne dust is present. Excessive inhalation over long periods of time may cause harmful irritation. Perlite is considered a nuisance dust by ACGIH. |
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| Medical conditions which may be aggravated |
Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung disease such as, but not limited to bronchitis, emphysema and asthma. |
| Target Organs |
Lungs, Eyes |
| Route of Entry |
Inhalation, dust contact with eyes. |
| Acute Health Effects |
Transitory upper respiratory irritant. May cause coughing or throat irritation. |
| Chronic Health Effects |
Excessive inhalation of any mineral dust can overload the lung clearance mechanism. |
SECTION VI |
Reactivity Data |
| Stability |
Stable |
| Chemical Incompatibilities |
Hydrofluoric Acid |
| Conditions to avoid |
None in designed use. Avoid contact with hydrofluoric acid. |
| Hazardous Decomposition Products |
May react with hydrofluoric acid to form toxic Section VII silicon tetrafluoride gas. |
SECTION VII |
Precautions For Safe Handling and Use |
| Personal Protective Equipment |
Adequate protective devices, such as an N95 respirator, is recommended when the PEL is exceeded and/or when dust is present. |
| Gloves |
Not normally required. |
| Goggles |
Goggles to prevent dust from entering the eyes. |
| Engineering controls |
Local if necessary to maintain allowable PEL or TLV levels. |
| Leak and Spill Procedures |
Vacuum clean spillage. Wet sweep or wash away. Avoid creating dust. |
| Waste Management |
Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Perlite is not considered a hazardous waste under RCRA (40CFR Part 261) |
| Handling Procedures |
Repair or properly dispose of broken bags. Maintain good housekeeping procedures. |
| Storage Segregation Hazard Classes |
N/A |
| Special Shipping Instructions |
None |
Section VIII |
First Aid Measures |
| Skin |
Not absorbed by the skin. May cause dryness. Use moisture renewing lotions if dryness occurs. |
| Eyes |
May cause irritation or inflammations. Flush eyes with copious quantities of water. If irritation persists, call a physician. |
| Inhalation |
Acute inhalation can cause dryness of the nasal passages and congestion of the upper respiratory tract. Remove to fresh air. Drink water to clear throat and blow nose to evacuate dust. |
| Ingestion |
Short-term exposures not considered harmful. Drink water to reduce bulk. |
