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		<title>Perlite Ore</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS-Perlite Ore &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; PERLITE ORE Issued: 1 February 2012 IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Other Names: Product Use: PERLITE ORE N/A Horticulture, cryogenic insulation, construction, etc PHYSICAL DATA Appearance: Melting Point: Boiling Point: Vapor Pressure: Specific Gravity: Flash Point: Flamm. Limit LEL: Explosion Data: Brown Grit. Approx. 1250c Not &#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h6><a title="MSDS - Perlite Ore" href="http://www.australianperlite.com/wp-content/uploads/MSDS-Perlite-Ore.pdf" target="_blank">MSDS-Perlite Ore &#8211; Download Printable Version <img title="PDF" src="http://www.australianperlite.com/images/PDF_icon.gif" alt="PDF" width="24" height="10" /></a></h6>
<p><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; PERLITE ORE<br />
</strong><strong>Issued: </strong>1 February 2012</p>
<table class="msds" border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="0" width="120%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Product   Name:<br />
Other Names:</p>
<p>Product Use:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">PERLITE ORE</span></strong></p>
<p>N/A</p>
<p>Horticulture,   cryogenic insulation, construction, etc</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>PHYSICAL DATA</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Appearance:<br />
Melting Point:<br />
Boiling Point:<br />
Vapor Pressure:<br />
Specific Gravity:<br />
Flash Point:<br />
Flamm. Limit LEL:<br />
Explosion Data:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Brown   Grit.<br />
Approx. 1250c<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
2100kg/m3<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER PROPERTIES </strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Description:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Perlite   is essentially an amorphous, hydrated glassy volcanic rock of rhyolitic   composition, consisting primarily of fused sodium potassium aluminium   silicate.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Form:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Solid.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Ingredients:</td>
<td colspan="2" width="49%" valign="top">Name<br />
May contain,crystalline silica:<br />
Cristobalite Quartz:</td>
<td width="25%" valign="top">CAS   Proportion<br />
14464-46-1; less than 0.1%<br />
14808-60-1; less than 0.1%</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Acute   – Ingestion:<br />
Acute – Eye:<br />
Acute – Skin:<br />
Acute – Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">No   adverse effects expected.<br />
Exposure to the dust may cause discomfort due to the particulate nature.<br />
Not expected to be a skin irritant.<br />
Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>FIRST AID</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Rinse   mouth with water &#8211; give plenty of water to drink. If vomiting occurs give   further water. Seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Eye:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Irrigate   with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes. In all cases of eye   contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Skin:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Wash   contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. If irritation occurs seek   medical advice. Remove victim from exposure &#8211; avoid becoming a casualty.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Remove   contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing. Patient to assume most   comfortable position and keep at rest until fully recovered.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Advice   to Doctor:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Treat   symptomatically.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>PRECAUTIONS FOR USE</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Exposure   Limits:</p>
<p>TWA Footnote:</td>
<td width="29%" valign="top">Name</td>
<td width="20%" valign="top">STEL<br />
mg/m3 ppm</td>
<td width="25%" valign="top">TWA<br />
mg/m3 ppm<br />
May contain Crystalline silica: 0.1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Other   Exposure Info:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">No   value assigned for this specific material by the Occupational Health &amp;   Safety</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Engineering   Controls:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Ensure   ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure   Standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dust. Keep containers closed when not   in use.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Protective   Equipment:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">No   specific safety equipment required. Preferable to avoid skin and eye contact   and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves.   Avoid generating and inhaling dust. If dust exists, wear dust mask/respirator   meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before   eating, drinking or using the toilet.</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Fire   Hazards:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Perlite   is a fully oxidized non-flammable mineral. It is non-combustible</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>REACTIVITY</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Stability:<br />
Incompatibility:<br />
Hazardous Polymerization:<br />
Conditions to avoid:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Stable<br />
None (reacts with hydrofluoric acid; soluble in HF)<br />
Will not occur.<br />
None</td>
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<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Storage   Precautions:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Not   defined as a Dangerous Good. Store in a dry place.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Spills   and Leaks: Spills:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Use   respirators suitable for nuisance dust &amp; eye protection. Sweep up, but   avoid generating dust.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Dispose   in bulk or containerised according to local regulations. Normally approved   for disposal at approved land waste sites.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">Toxicology:   Inhaling crystalline silica-containing dust can aggravate upper respiratory   conditions such as asthma or emphysema. Long term exposure to mineral dust   which contains crystalline silica can cause the lung disease silicosis. A   recent review by the International Agency for Research into Cancer of public   literature on the carcinogenic risk of silica and silicates has concluded   that there is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica   to humans&#8217;.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="24%" valign="top"><strong>CONTACT POINT</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="74%" valign="top">In   the case of an emergency contact the Production Manager on (61 2 9316 0051)   or for additional information on this or other products contact by fax on (61   2 9316 0050. This material safety data sheet and the information contained   herein is provided for the sole purpose of enabling persons handling and   using the product to do so with safety.</td>
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		<title>CreaClear</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:49:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS-CreaClear &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; CREACLEAR 1. COMPANY AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Product Name: CreaClear Company Name: CreaFill Fibers Corp. 10200 Worton Road Chestertown, MD 21620 Substance: Cellulose Emergency Telephone: 410-810-0224 2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS CAS NUMBER NAME EINECS PERCENT 9004-34-6 CELLULOSE 232-674-9 100% 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION NFPA RATINGS: CAS &#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h6><a title="MSDS - CreaClear" href="http://www.australianperlite.com/wp-content/uploads/MSDS-Creaclear.pdf" target="_blank">MSDS-CreaClear &#8211; Download Printable Version <img title="PDF" src="http://www.australianperlite.com/images/PDF_icon.gif" alt="PDF" width="24" height="10" /></a></h6>
<p><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; CREACLEAR</strong></p>
<table class="msds" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>1.   COMPANY AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Product Name:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">CreaClear</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Company Name:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">CreaFill Fibers Corp.<br />
10200 Worton Road<br />
Chestertown, MD 21620</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Substance:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Cellulose</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Emergency Telephone:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">410-810-0224</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"><strong> </strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>2.   COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">CAS   NUMBER</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">NAME</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">EINECS</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">PERCENT</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">9004-34-6</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">CELLULOSE</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">232-674-9</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">100%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>3.   HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION</strong></p>
<p><strong>NFPA   RATINGS:</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">CAS   NUMBER</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">HEALTH</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">FIRE</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">REACTIVITY</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">9004-34-6</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">1</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">1</td>
<td width="155" valign="top">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>4.   FIRST AID MEASURES</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Eye contact: Irritation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Flush eyes with large amounts of water.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Skin contact:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">No acute hazards known.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">No acute hazards known.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">No acute hazards known. Irritation: Remove to fresh air.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>5. FIRE   AND EXPLOSION DATA</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Extinguishing media:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Water in spray jet, CO2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Unusual fire &amp; explosion hazard:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Fine dusts with oxygen can be explosive. Keep away from open   flame.<br />
Thermal decomposition produces CO and CO2 gases.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>6.   SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES/SAFE HANDLING AND USE</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">No special requirements</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>7.   HANDLING AND STORAGE</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Handling:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Adopt safety measure necessary for the handling of dusty   combustive products.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Storage:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Store products in a dry protected environment.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>8.   EXPOSURE CONTROL AND PERSONAL PROTECTION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">In handling:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Gloves Eye Protection</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Respiratory:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Protection (P1and/or NIOSH)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Ventilation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Normal Mechanical</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">TLV:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">5mg/m3 OSHA TWA (respirable dust fraction)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">TLV:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">15 mg/m3 OSHA TWA (total dust)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Avoid creating dust and protect from electrostatic charges.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>9.   PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Physical:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Fibers Char Point: 180oC</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Color:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">White Ignition Temp: 300oC</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Odor:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">None Vapor Pressure: N/A</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">pH:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Average 7,0 Density: 0,5 g/cm3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Melting point:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">N/A</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Water Soluble:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Insoluble</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>10.   STABILITY AND REACTIVITY</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Stability:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Stable</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Incompatibility (materials to avoid):</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">None known</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Hazardous decomposition products:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Releases CO and CO2 gases at decomposition.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>11.   TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION</strong></p>
<p>Irritant</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>12.   ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Bio-degradable</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>13.   DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">No special requirements.</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>14.   TRANSPORT INFORMATION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">Not regulated as hazardous material for transport.</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>15.   REGULATORY INFORMATION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">EU Classification:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">9004-34-6 classified as non-hazardous</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">WHMIS:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Not determined</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">TSCA:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top">Listed on inventory</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top"></td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="4" width="604" valign="top"><strong>16.   OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="138" valign="top">NONE</td>
<td colspan="3" width="466" valign="top"></td>
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		<title>Perflo</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 23:03:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS-Perflo &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; AUSPERL PERFLO Issued: 1 February 2012 IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Other Names: Product Use: AUSPERL PERFLO Perflo AP10; Perflo AP20; Perflo AP40; Perflo AP50; Perflo AP60; Perflo Perflo AP70; Perflo AP80; Extender, flatting agent, filter aid, carrier for pesticides etc. PHYSICAL DATA Appearance: Melting Point: Boiling &#8230;]]></description>
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<p><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; AUSPERL PERFLO<br />
</strong><strong>Issued: </strong>1 February 2012</p>
<table class="msds" border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="0" width="127%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Product   Name:<br />
Other Names:</p>
<p>Product   Use:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AUSPERL PERFLO</span></strong><br />
Perflo   AP10; Perflo AP20; Perflo AP40; Perflo AP50; Perflo AP60; Perflo Perflo AP70;</p>
<p>Perflo   AP80; Extender,   flatting agent, filter aid, carrier for pesticides etc.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>PHYSICAL DATA</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Appearance:<br />
Melting Point:<br />
Boiling Point:<br />
Vapor Pressure:<br />
Specific Gravity:<br />
Flash Point:<br />
Flamm. Limit LEL:<br />
Explosion Data:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Off-white,   odourless, free flowing powder.<br />
Approx. 1250c<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
200-250kg/m3<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER PROPERTIES </strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Description:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Perlite   is essentially an amorphous, hydrated glassy volcanic rock of rhyolitic   composition, consisting primarily of fused sodium potassium aluminium   silicate.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Form:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Powder</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Ingredients:</td>
<td colspan="2" width="52%" valign="top">Name<br />
May contain,crystalline silica:<br />
Cristobalite Quartz:</td>
<td width="25%" valign="top">CAS   Proportion<br />
14464-46-1; less than 0.1%<br />
14808-60-1; less than 0.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Acute   – Ingestion:<br />
Acute – Eye:<br />
Acute – Skin:<br />
Acute – Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">No   adverse effects expected.<br />
Exposure to the dust may cause discomfort due to the particulate nature.<br />
Not expected to be a skin irritant.<br />
Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>FIRST AID</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Rinse   mouth with water &#8211; give plenty of water to drink. If vomiting occurs give   further water. Seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Eye:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Irrigate   with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes. In all cases of eye   contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Skin:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Wash   contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. If irritation occurs seek   medical advice.Remove victim from exposure &#8211; avoid becoming a casualty.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Remove   contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing.Patient to assume most   comfortable position and keep at rest until fully recovered.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Advice   to Doctor:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Treat   symptomatically.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>PRECAUTIONS FOR USE</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Exposure   Limits:</p>
<p>TWA Footnote:</td>
<td width="32%" valign="top">Name</td>
<td width="19%" valign="top">STEL<br />
mg/m3 ppm</td>
<td width="25%" valign="top">TWA<br />
mg/m3 ppm<br />
May contain Crystalline silica: 0.1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Other   Exposure Info:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">No   value assigned for this specific material by the Occupational Health &amp;   Safety</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Engineering   Controls:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Ensure   ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure   Standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dust. Keep containers closed when not   in use.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Protective   Equipment:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">No   specific safety equipment required. Preferable to avoid skin and eye contact   and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves.   Avoid generating and inhaling dust. If dust exists, wear dust mask/respirator   meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before   eating, drinking or using the toilet.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Fire   Hazards:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Perlite   is a fully oxidized non-flammable mineral. It is non-combustible</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>REACTIVITY</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Stability:<br />
Incompatibility:<br />
Hazardous Polymerization:<br />
Conditions to avoid:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Stable<br />
None (reacts with hydrofluoric acid; soluble in HF)<br />
Will not occur.<br />
None</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Storage   Precautions:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Not   defined as a Dangerous Good. Store in a dry place.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Spills   and Leaks: Spills:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Use   respirators suitable for nuisance dust &amp; eye protection. Sweep up, but   avoid generating dust.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Dispose   in bulk or containerised according to local regulations. Normally approved   for disposal at approved land waste sites.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">Toxicology:   Inhaling crystalline silica-containing dust can aggravate upper respiratory   conditions such as asthma or emphysema. Long term exposure to mineral dust   which contains crystalline silica can cause the lung disease silicosis. A   recent review by the International Agency for Research into Cancer of public   literature on the carcinogenic risk of silica and silicates has concluded   that there is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica   to humans&#8217;.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="22%" valign="top"><strong>CONTACT POINT</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="77%" valign="top">In   the case of an emergency contact the Production Manager on (02) 9316 0051 or   for additional information on this or other products contact by fax on (02) 9316   0050. This material safety data sheet and the information contained herein is   provided for the sole purpose of enabling persons handling and using the   product to do so with safety.</td>
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		<title>Pumice</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 14:42:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS-Pumice &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; PUMICE Issued: 1 February 2012 IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Other Names: Product Use: PUMICE 02, 05, SB &#38; Cyclone Mild abrasive. PHYSICAL DATA Appearance: Melting Point: Boiling Point: Vapor Pressure: Specific Gravity: Flash Point: Flamm. Limit LEL: Explosion Data: Brown lumps and powder Approx. 1600c Not &#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h6 style="text-align: left;"><a title="MSDS Pumice" href="http://www.australianperlite.com/wp-content/uploads/MSDS-Pumice.pdf" target="_blank">MSDS-Pumice &#8211; Download Printable Version</a> <a href="http://www.australianperlite.com/downloads/MSDS%20Pumice.doc"><img title="PDF" src="http://www.australianperlite.com/images/PDF_icon.gif" alt="PDF" width="24" height="10" /></a></h6>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; PUMICE<br />
</strong><strong>Issued:</strong> 1 February 2012</p>
<table class="msds" style="text-align: left;" border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="0" width="100%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Product   Name:<br />
Other Names:<br />
Product Use:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">PUMICE</span></strong><br />
02, 05, SB &amp; Cyclone<br />
Mild abrasive.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>PHYSICAL DATA</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Appearance:<br />
Melting Point:<br />
Boiling Point:<br />
Vapor Pressure:<br />
Specific Gravity:<br />
Flash Point:<br />
Flamm. Limit LEL:<br />
Explosion Data:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Brown   lumps and powder<br />
Approx. 1600c<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
0.750<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER PROPERTIES </strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Description:<br />
Form:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Perlite   is essentially an amorphous silicon dioxide.<br />
Solid</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Ingredients:</td>
<td colspan="2" width="42%" valign="top">Name<br />
May contain,crystalline silica:</p>
<p>Cristobalite Quartz:</td>
<td width="30%" valign="top">CAS   Proportion<br />
14464-46-1; less than 0.1%<br />
14808-60-1; less than 0.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Acute   – Ingestion:<br />
Acute – Eye:<br />
Acute – Skin:<br />
Acute – Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">No   adverse effects expected.<br />
Exposure to the dust may cause discomfort due to the particulate nature.<br />
Not expected to be a skin irritant.<br />
Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>FIRST AID</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Rinse   mouth with water &#8211; give plenty of water to drink. If vomiting occurs give   further water. Seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Eye:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Irrigate   with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes. In all cases of eye   contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Skin:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Wash   contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. If irritation occurs seek   medical advice.Remove victim from exposure &#8211; avoid becoming a casualty.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Remove   contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing.Patient to assume most   comfortable position and keep at rest until fully recovered.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Advice   to Doctor:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Treat   symptomatically.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>PRECAUTIONS FOR USE</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Exposure   Limits:</p>
<p>TWA Footnote:</td>
<td width="27%" valign="top">Name</td>
<td width="14%" valign="top">STEL<br />
mg/m3 ppm</td>
<td width="30%" valign="top">TWA<br />
mg/m3 ppm<br />
May contain Crystalline silica: 0.1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Other   Exposure Info:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">No   value assigned for this specific material by the Occupational Health &amp;   Safety</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Engineering   Controls:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Ensure   ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure   Standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dust. Keep containers closed when not   in use.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Protective   Equipment:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">No   specific safety equipment required. Preferable to avoid skin and eye contact   and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves.   Avoid generating and inhaling dust. If dust exists, wear dust mask/respirator   meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before   eating, drinking or using the toilet.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Fire   Hazards:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Pumice   is a fully oxidized non-flammable mineral. It is non-combustible</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>REACTIVITY</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Stability:<br />
Incompatibility:<br />
Hazardous Polymerization:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Stable<br />
None (reacts with hydrofluoric acid; soluble in HF)<br />
Will not occur.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Storage   Precautions:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Not   defined as a Dangerous Good. Store in a dry place.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Spills   and Leaks: Spills:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Use   respirators suitable for nuisance dust &amp; eye protection. Sweep up, but   avoid generating dust.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Dispose   in bulk or containerised according to local regulations. Normally approved   for disposal at approved land waste sites.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">Toxicology:   Inhaling crystalline silica-containing dust can aggravate upper respiratory   conditions such as asthma or emphysema. Long term exposure to mineral dust   which contains crystalline silica can cause the lung disease silicosis. A   recent review by the International Agency for Research into Cancer of public   literature on the carcinogenic risk of silica and silicates has concluded   that there is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica   to humans&#8217;.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="26%" valign="top"><strong>CONTACT POINT</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="73%" valign="top">In   the case of an emergency contact the Production Manager on (61 2 9316 0051)   or for additional information on this or other products contact by fax on (61   2 9316 0050).</td>
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		<title>Vermiculite</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2010 14:41:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS Vermiculite &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; VERMICULITE Issued: 1 February 2012 IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Other Names: Product Use: AUSPERL VERMICULITE Grade One, Grade, Two, Grade Three, Grade FourFiller, fire protection agent. PHYSICAL DATA Appearance: Melting Point: Boiling Point: Vapor Pressure: Specific Gravity: Flash Point: Flamm. Limit LEL: Explosion Data: Brown &#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h6><span class="heading1"><strong><a title="MSDS Vermiculite" href="http://www.australianperlite.com/wp-content/uploads/MSDS-Vermiculite.pdf" target="_blank">MSDS Vermiculite &#8211; Download Printable Version <img class="alignnone" title="PDF" src="http://www.australianperlite.com/images/PDF_icon.gif" alt="PDF" width="24" height="10" /></a></strong></span></h6>
<p><span class="heading1"><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; VERMICULITE<br />
</strong></span><strong>Issued: </strong>1 February 2012</p>
<table class="msds" border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="0" width="127%">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Product   Name:<br />
Other Names:<br />
Product Use:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AUSPERL VERMICULITE</span></strong><br />
Grade One, Grade, Two, Grade Three, Grade FourFiller, fire protection agent.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>PHYSICAL DATA</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Appearance:<br />
Melting Point:<br />
Boiling Point:<br />
Vapor Pressure:<br />
Specific Gravity:<br />
Flash Point:<br />
Flamm. Limit LEL:<br />
Explosion Data:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Brown granules.<br />
Approx. 1350c<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
50-120kg/m3<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER PROPERTIES </strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Description:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Vermiculite   is the mineralogical name given to hydrated laminar mangesium-aluminum-iron   silicates which resemble mica in appearance. When subjected to heat, crude   <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.australianperlite.com/vermiculite/">vermiculite</a></span> has the unusual property of exfoliating or expanded into   worm-like particles Vermiculite is considered a nuisance dust (also called   &#8220;Particulates Not Otherwise Classified (PNOC) by ACGIH).</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Form:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Granular</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Ingredients:</td>
<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>Name</strong><br />
VermiculiteCrystalline   silica (Quartz):<br />
Crystalline Silica (Cristobalite):</td>
<td colspan="3" width="53%" valign="top"><strong>CAS Proportion</strong><br />
1318-00-9; greater than 99.9%</p>
<p>14808-60-7; less than 0.1%</p>
<p>14464-46-1;   less than 0.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>HEALTH HAZARD INFO</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Acute   – Ingestion:<br />
Acute – Eye:<br />
Acute – Skin:<br />
Acute – Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">No   adverse effects expected.<br />
Exposure to the dust may cause discomfort due to the particulate nature.<br />
Not expected to be a skin irritant.<br />
Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>FIRST AID</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Rinse   mouth with water &#8211; give plenty of water to drink. If vomiting occurs give   further water. Seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Eye:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Irrigate   with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes. In all cases of eye   contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical advice.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Skin:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Wash contaminated   skin with plenty of soap and water. If irritation occurs seek medical advice.   Remove victim from exposure &#8211; avoid becoming a casualty.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Remove   contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing. Patient to assume most   comfortable position and keep at rest until fully recovered.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Advice   to Doctor:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Treat   symptomatically.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>PRECAUTIONS FOR USE</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Exposure   Limits:</p>
<p>TWA Footnote:</td>
<td colspan="2" width="35%" valign="top">Name</td>
<td width="18%" valign="top">STEL<br />
mg/m3 ppm</td>
<td width="26%" valign="top">TWA<br />
mg/m3 ppm<br />
May contain Crystalline silica: 0.1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="19%" valign="top">Other   Exposure Info:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">No value assigned for this specific material by the Occupational   Health &amp; Safety, however, Exposure Standard(s) for particulates:</p>
<p>Silica Crystalline – Quartz:                           8hr   TWA    =              0.2   mg/m<sup>3</sup></p>
<p>Silicia Crystalline – Cristobalite:                    8hr   TWA    =              0.1   mg/m<sup>3</sup></p>
<p>As published by the National Occupational Health and Safety   Commission.</p>
<p>TWA – the time weighted average airborne concentration over an   eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week over an entire working   life. These Exposure Standards are guides to be used in the control of   occupational health hazards.  All   atmospheric contamination should be kept to as low a level as is   workable.  These exposure standards   should not be used as fine dividing lines between safe and dangerous   concentrations of chemicals.  They are   not a measure of relative toxicity.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Engineering   Controls:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Ensure   ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure   Standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dust. Keep containers closed when not   in use.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Protective   Equipment:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">No   specific safety equipment required. Preferable to avoid skin and eye contact   and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves.   Avoid generating and inhaling dust. If dust exists, wear dust mask/respirator   meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before   eating, drinking or using the toilet.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Fire   Hazards:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Vermiculite   is a fully oxidized non-flammable mineral. It is non-combustible</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>REACTIVITY</strong></td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Stability:<br />
Incompatibility:<br />
Hazardous Polymerization:<br />
Conditions to avoid:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Stable<br />
None (reacts with hydrofluoric acid; soluble in HF)<br />
Will not occur.<br />
None</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>SAFE HANDLING INFO</strong></td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Storage   Precautions:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Not   defined as a Dangerous Good. Store in a dry place.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Spills   and Leaks: Spills:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Use   respirators suitable for nuisance dust &amp; eye protection. Sweep up, but   avoid generating dust.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Dispose   in bulk or containerised according to local regulations. Normally approved   for disposal at approved land waste sites.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">Toxicology:   Inhaling crystalline silica-containing dust can aggravate upper respiratory   conditions such as asthma or emphysema. Long term exposure to mineral dust   which contains crystalline silica can cause the lung disease silicosis. A   recent review by the International Agency for Research into Cancer of public   literature on the carcinogenic risk of silica and silicates has concluded   that there is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica   to humans&#8217;.</td>
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<td width="19%" valign="top"><strong>CONTACT POINT</strong></td>
<td colspan="4" width="80%" valign="top">In   the case of an emergency contact the Production Manager on (02) 9316 0051 or   for additional information on this or other products contact by fax on (02)   9316 0050.</td>
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		<title>Perlite &#8211; Expanded</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[MSDS-P-Series &#8211; Download Printable Version MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; AUSPERL EXPANDED PERLITE Issued: 1 February 2012 IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Other Names: Product Use: AUSPERL EXPANDED PERLITE P100, P200, P400, P500 &#38; P550 Extender, flatting agent, filter aid, carrier for pesticides etc. PHYSICAL DATA Appearance: Melting Point: Boiling Point: Vapor Pressure: Specific Gravity: Flash Point: &#8230;]]></description>
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<p><strong>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET &#8211; AUSPERL EXPANDED PERLITE<br />
</strong><strong>Issued:</strong> 1 February 2012</p>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>IDENTIFICATION</strong></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Product   Name:<br />
Other Names:<br />
Product Use:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AUSPERL EXPANDED PERLITE</span></strong><br />
P100, P200, P400, P500 &amp; P550<br />
Extender, flatting agent, filter aid, carrier for pesticides etc.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>PHYSICAL DATA</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Appearance:<br />
Melting Point:<br />
Boiling Point:<br />
Vapor Pressure:<br />
Specific Gravity:<br />
Flash Point:<br />
Flamm. Limit LEL:<br />
Explosion Data:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Off-white,   odourless, free flowing powder.<br />
Approx. 1250c<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
200-250kg/m3<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable<br />
Not applicable</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER PROPERTIES </strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Description:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Perlite   is essentially an amorphous, hydrated glassy volcanic rock of rhyolitic   composition, consisting primarily of fused sodium potassium aluminium   silicate.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Form:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Powder</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Ingredients:</td>
<td colspan="2" width="46%" valign="top">Name<br />
May contain,crystalline silica:<br />
Cristobalite Quartz:</td>
<td width="24%" valign="top">CAS   Proportion<br />
14464-46-1; less than 0.1%<br />
14808-60-1; less than 0.1%</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION</strong></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Acute   – Ingestion:<br />
Acute – Eye:<br />
Acute – Skin:<br />
Acute – Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">No   adverse effects expected.<br />
Exposure to the dust may cause discomfort due to the particulate nature.<br />
Not expected to be a skin irritant.<br />
Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>FIRST AID</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Ingestion:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Rinse   mouth with water &#8211; give plenty of water to drink. If vomiting occurs give   further water. Seek medical advice.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Eye:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Irrigate   with copious quantities of water for 15 minutes. In all cases of eye   contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical advice.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Skin:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Wash   contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. If irritation occurs seek   medical advice.Remove victim from exposure &#8211; avoid becoming a casualty.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Inhalation:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Remove   contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing.Patient to assume most   comfortable position and keep at rest until fully recovered.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Advice   to Doctor:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Treat   symptomatically.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>PRECAUTIONS FOR USE</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Exposure   Limits:</p>
<p>TWA Footnote:</td>
<td width="27%" valign="top">Name</td>
<td width="19%" valign="top">STEL<br />
mg/m3 ppm</td>
<td width="24%" valign="top">TWA<br />
mg/m3 ppm<br />
May contain Crystalline silica: 0.1</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Other   Exposure Info:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">No   value assigned for this specific material by the Occupational Health &amp;   Safety</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Engineering   Controls:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Ensure   ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure   Standard. Avoid generating and inhaling dust. Keep containers closed when not   in use.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="27%" valign="top">Protective   Equipment:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">No   specific safety equipment required. Preferable to avoid skin and eye contact   and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves.   Avoid generating and inhaling dust. If dust exists, wear dust mask/respirator   meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before   eating, drinking or using the toilet.</td>
</tr>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Fire   Hazards:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Perlite   is a fully oxidized non-flammable mineral. It is non-combustible</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>REACTIVITY</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Stability:<br />
Incompatibility:<br />
Hazardous Polymerization:<br />
Conditions to avoid:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Stable<br />
None (reacts with hydrofluoric acid; soluble in HF)<br />
Will not occur.<br />
None</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top"></td>
</tr>
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<td width="27%" valign="top">Storage   Precautions:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Not   defined as a Dangerous Good. Store in a dry place.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="27%" valign="top">Spills   and Leaks: Spills:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Use   respirators suitable for nuisance dust &amp; eye protection. Sweep up, but   avoid generating dust.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="27%" valign="top">Disposal:</td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Dispose   in bulk or containerised according to local regulations. Normally approved   for disposal at approved land waste sites.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>OTHER INFORMATION</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">Toxicology:   Inhaling crystalline silica-containing dust can aggravate upper respiratory   conditions such as asthma or emphysema. Long term exposure to mineral dust which   contains crystalline silica can cause the lung disease silicosis. A recent   review by the International Agency for Research into Cancer of public   literature on the carcinogenic risk of silica and silicates has concluded   that there is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica   to humans&#8217;.</td>
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<td width="27%" valign="top"><strong>CONTACT POINT</strong></td>
<td colspan="3" width="71%" valign="top">In   the case of an emergency contact the Production Manager on (02) 9316 0051 or   for additional information on this or other products contact by fax on (02)   9316 0050. This material safety data sheet and the information contained   herein is provided for the sole purpose of enabling persons handling and   using the product to do so with safety.</td>
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