--- title: SDS - Chillagoe Expanded Perlite - 250410 canonical: https://fernland.com.au/documents/369/ dateModified: 2026-08-03 01:14:51 summary: Safety Data Sheet type: sds --- # SDS - Chillagoe Expanded Perlite - 250410 > Safety Data Sheet 1 [Logo: Chillagoe Perlite] The world’s most versatile mineral CHILLAGOE PERLITE (QLD) PTY LTD 445 TINAROO CREEK ROAD, MAREEBA QLD 4880 Ph: or MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – EXPANDED PERLITE Issued 10th April 2025 STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE Not classified as hazardous according to NOHSC criteria of Worksafe Australia. CONSISTUENTS | CONSISTUENTS | % | | :--- | :--- | | Sodium Potassium Aluminium Silicate (perlite) | 100% | PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Product Name: Perlite: Fine, Medium, Coarse, Super Coarse, Jumbo Description: Hydrated perlite ore Product Use: Horticulture, Insulation, Construction & Filter applications PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: White, odourless, free-flowing granules Water Solubility (g/L): <1% Flammability: Non flammable Specific Gravity: 200-250kg/m³ Bulk Density: 20-120kg/m³ Melting Point: Approximately 1280°c PH in 10% slurry by volume: 7-8 Boiling Point: Not applicable Vapour Pressure: Not applicable Flash Point °c: Not applicable Explosion Data: Not applicable INGREDIENTS | INGREDIENTS | CAS NO | PROPORTION | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Perlite Ore | 93763-70-3 | greater than 99% | | Crystalline Silica (Quartz) | 1408-60-7 | less than .01% | | Crystalline Silica (Cristobalite) | 14464-46-1 | less than .01% | HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION & FIRST AID Acute – Ingestion: No adverse effects expected, rinse mouth with water and drink plenty of water. If vomiting occurs give more water and seek medical advice. Acute – Eye: Exposure to the dust may cause irritation due to the particulate nature. Flush eyes thoroughly with clean water. If irritation persists seek medical advice. Acute – Skin: No adverse effects expected. Wash skin with soap and water. If irritation continues seek medical advice. Acute – Inhaled: May cause respiratory irritation. Remove from source of exposure, remove contaminated clothing, rest until fully recovered. Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically 100% Owned, mined, manufactured and packaged in Australia. *** 2 [Logo: Chillagoe Perlite] CHILLAGOE PERLITE (QLD) PTY LTD MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET – EXPANDED PERLITE Issued 10th April 2025 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Exposure Limits: | | OSHA PEL | ACGIH TLV | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 15 mg/m³ | 10mg/m³ | Recommendations: No values assigned for this specific material. Recommended: Eyes – General use industrial safety glasses meeting the requirements of AS1337. Hands – Hand protection should comply with AS2161 Respiratory – if dust exists wear dusk mask meeting the requirements of AS1715 and AS1716. Clothing – general use industrial wear Always wash hands before eating, drinking or using the toilet. REACTIVITY: Reacts with Hydrofluoric acid: soluble in HF SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION Storage & Transport Precautions: Not defined as dangerous goods. Store in a dry area in sealed bags. Minimise dust generation when handling. Keep away from: Avoid use in areas of high draughts or winds, Spills and leaks: Use respirators and eye protection. Sweep spillage into bags. Vacuum remaining traces. Can be used as landfill. OTHER INFORMATION 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 In the case of an emergency contact the Company on or . 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. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and used, including in conjunction with other products. 100% Owned, mined, manufactured and packaged in Australia.