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SAFETY DATA SHEET

ASIAPERL® R-42H
According to the REACH etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 No. 1577, as amended.

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier

Product name ASIAPERL® R-42H

Substance Name Perlite (Expanded)

EU REACH registration notes Exempted in accordance with REACH Annex V.7

CAS number 93763-70-3

EC number 618-970-4

Molecular Weight Unspecified for this UVCB substance

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses A filter aid

Uses advised against None

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier Imerys Minerals Ltd
Imerys Technology Centre UK
Par Moor Road
Par, Cornwall
England
PL24 2SQ
Tel. +44(0)1726 818000
Fax. +44(0)1726 811200
SDS.expert@imerys.com

Contact person Please approach your usual Imerys contact in the first instance.

Manufacturer Imerys Perlita Barcelona

Poligono Industrial "Can Jardi"
Calle Beethoven, 1-31
Apartdo 98
08191 Rubi-Barcelona
Spain
Tel. +34 93 586 0255
Fax. +34 93 586 0256
SDS.expert@imerys.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone CHEMTREC + 1 703 527 3887

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (SI 2019 No. 720)
Physical hazards Not Classified

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Health hazards Not Classified

Environmental hazards Not Classified

Human health This product does not meet the criteria for classification as hazardous as defined in the
Regulation EC 1272/2008. Depending on the type of handling and use (e.g. grinding, drying),
airborne respirable crystalline silica may be generated. Prolonged and/or massive inhalation
of respirable crystalline silica dust may cause lung fibrosis, commonly referred to as silicosis.
Principal symptoms of silicosis are cough and breathlessness. Occupational exposure to
respirable crystalline silica dust should be monitored and controlled.

Environmental The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment.

Physicochemical This product is an inorganic substance and does not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB in
accordance with Annex XIII of REACH. This product should be handled with care to avoid
dust generation.

2.2. Label elements

EC number 618-970-4

Hazard statements NC Not Classified

2.3. Other hazards

This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current UK criteria.

Endocrine disrupting Available data for the substance have been considered against the criteria laid down in
properties Regulations ((EC) No 1907/2006, (EU) 2017/2100, (EU) 2018/605) and found not to apply.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances

Perlite (Expanded) 100%

CAS number: 93763-70-3 EC number: 618-970-4

Classification
Not Classified

The full text for all hazard statements is displayed in Section 16.
Product name ASIAPERL® R-42H

EU REACH registration notes Exempted in accordance with REACH Annex V.7

CAS number 93763-70-3

EC number 618-970-4

Ingredient notes This is a UVCB substance. This product does not contain any SVHC substances at levels
greater than 0.1 % by weight.

Composition comments This product contains less than 1% crystalline silica (fine fraction) consisting of cristobalite
(fine fraction) and quartz (fine fraction). Quartz:CAS-No.:14808-60-7 EC No.: 238-878-4.
Cristobalite: CAS-No.: 14464-46-1 EC No.: 238-455-4.
The classification of the product is shown in section 2 of this safety data sheet.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General information No acute and delayed symptoms and effects are observed.

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Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

Skin contact Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Use suitable lotion to moisturise skin.

Eye contact Do not rub eye. Rinse with copious quantities of water and seek medical attention if irritation
persists.

Protection of first aiders For personal protection, see Section 8.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media This product is non-combustible. No specific extinguishing media is needed. Use fire-
extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire.

Unsuitable extinguishing No restriction on the extinguishing media to be used.

media

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards Non combustible. No hazardous thermal decomposition.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

Protective actions during No specific fire-fighting protection is required. Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the
firefighting surrounding fire. Product on floor when wetted will become slippery and may present a
hazard; wear anti-slip boots.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Avoid airborne dust generation, wear personal protective equipment in compliance with
national legislation.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping and use water spraying or vacuum cleaning systems to prevent airborne
dust generation. Wear personal protective equipment in compliance with national legislation.
Product on floor when wetted will become slippery and may present a hazard; wear anti-slip
boots.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections For personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

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Usage precautions Avoid airborne dust generation. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where
airborne dust is generated. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
protective equipment. Handle packaged products carefully to prevent accidental bursting. If
you require advice on safe handling techniques, please contact your supplier. Do not eat,
drink and smoke in work areas; wash hands after use; remove contaminated clothing and
protective equipment before entering eating areas. Product on floor when wetted will become
slippery and may present a hazard; wear anti-slip boots. For personal protection, see Section
8.

Advice on general Keep dust levels to a minimum. Minimize dust generation. This product should be handled
occupational hygiene with care to avoid dust generation. General occupational hygiene measures are required.
These include good personal and housekeeping practices (i.e. regular cleaning with suitable
cleaning devices). Shower and change clothes at end of work shift. Change work clothing
daily before leaving workplace.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage precautions Store in a dry covered area. Minimise airborne dust generation and prevent wind dispersal
during loading and unloading. Keep containers closed and store packaged products so as to
prevent accidental bursting. Avoid contact with the following materials: Hydrofluoric acid

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Usage description If you require advice on specific uses, please contact your supplier.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/Personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits
A European Binding OEL (Occupational Exposure Limit) for respirable crystalline silica dust is set at 0.1 mg/m³ in the
Directive (EU) 2017/2398, measured as an 8-hour TWA (Time Weighted Average).

Inorganic dust
Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 4 mg/m³ respirable dust
Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 10 mg/m³ inhalable dust
Quartz
Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 0,1 mg/m³ respirable dust
Cristobalite
Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 0,1 mg/m³ respirable dust
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit.

8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering Minimise airborne dust generation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other
controls engineering controls to keep airborne levels below specified exposure limits. If user
operations generate dust, fumes or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne particles
below the exposure limit. Apply organisational measures, e.g. by isolating personnel from
dusty areas. Remove and wash soiled clothing. Observe any occupational exposure limits for
the product or ingredients. .

Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible. The following protection should be worn: Chemical splash goggles or
face shield. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this product.

Hand protection Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn if
a risk assessment indicates skin contact is possible. It is recommended that gloves are made
of the following material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Rubber (natural, latex).

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Other skin and body No specific requirement. Appropriate protection (e.g. protective clothing, barrier cream) is
protection recommended for workers who suffer from dermatitis or sensitive skin.

Hygiene measures When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating,
smoking and using the toilet. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin.

Respiratory protection Local ventilation to control airborne dust levels below occupational exposure limits is
recommended. In case of exposure, where engineering controls are insufficient, the use of
Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is recommended. A risk assessment process must
be followed to ensure adequate protection from the airborne dust. The type of RPE must suit
the work situation and the specific requirements of the wearer. Other environmental
conditions should also be considered. The minimum “Assigned Protection Factor” (APF)
required will depend on the measured or predicted occupational exposure levels divided by
the OEL detailed in section 8.1. Filters specified as FFP2 and P2 have an APF of 10.
Correctly fitted, these would reduce the exposure to the wearer down to one tenth of the
working atmosphere. Depending on the assessment of the exposure, a lesser or higher
efficiency of filter may be required. The manufacturer’s instructions and regulatory guidance
regarding duration of use and correct fitting should be followed. The wearer of the selected
RPE should receive training before use.

Environmental exposure All ventilation systems should be filtered before discharge to atmosphere. Avoid releasing into
controls the environment. Contain the spillage.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Powder

Colour White.

Odour Odourless.

Odour threshold Not applicable.

pH 6 - 8 @ 10 % Slurry.

Melting point >1200°C

Initial boiling point and range not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Flash point not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Evaporation rate not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Flammability (solid, gas) The product is not flammable.

Upper/lower flammability or Non explosive (void of any chemical structures commonly associated with explosive
explosive limits properties)

Vapour pressure not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Vapour density not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Relative density 2.2 - 2.4

Solubility(ies) Insoluble in water.

Partition coefficient Not applicable (inorganic substance)

Auto-ignition temperature Not auto flammable

Decomposition Temperature not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

Viscosity not applicable (Solid with a melting point >1200 °C)

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Explosive properties There are no chemical groups present in the product that are associated with explosive
properties.

Oxidising properties There are no chemical groups present in the product that are associated with oxidising
properties.

9.2. Other information

Other information No information required.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity The following materials may react with the product: Hydrofluoric acid

10.2. Chemical stability

Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous Silicon tetrafluoride (SiF4) will form upon contact with hydrofluoric acid.
reactions

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with the following materials: Hydrofluoric acid

10.5. Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid Hydrofluoric acid

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition Silicon tetrafluoride (SiF4) will form upon contact with hydrofluoric acid.
products

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Inhalation Dust in high concentrations may irritate the respiratory system.

Ingestion No harmful effects expected from quantities likely to be ingested by accident.

Skin contact Prolonged contact may cause dryness of the skin.

Eye contact Particles in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting.

Endocrine disrupting Available data for the substance have been considered against the criteria laid down in
properties Regulations ((EC) No 1907/2006, (EU) 2017/2100, (EU) 2018/605) and found not to apply.

Other information None

Toxicological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Acute toxicity - oral

Notes (oral LD₅₀) LD₅₀ >10000 mg/kg, Oral, Rat OECD 420

Acute toxicity - dermal

Notes (dermal LD₅₀) No data available.

Acute toxicity - inhalation

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Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) No data available.

Skin corrosion/irritation

Skin corrosion/irritation OECD 431 Not corrosive to skin.

OECD 439 Not irritating.

Serious eye damage/irritation

Serious eye No data available.

damage/irritation

Respiratory sensitisation

Respiratory sensitisation No data available.

Skin sensitisation

Skin sensitisation No data available.

Germ cell mutagenicity

Summary No data available.

Carcinogenicity

Carcinogenicity This product does not meet the criteria for classification as hazardous as defined in
the Regulation EC 1272/2008.

Reproductive toxicity

Summary No data available.

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

STOT - single exposure No data available.

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

STOT - repeated exposure No data available.

Aspiration hazard

Aspiration hazard No data available.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicity The product components are not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, large or
frequent spills may have hazardous effects on the environment.

12.1. Toxicity
Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Acute aquatic toxicity

Acute toxicity - fish Not known.

Acute toxicity - aquatic Not known.

invertebrates

Acute toxicity - aquatic Not known.

plants

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability The product is not biodegradable.

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Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Persistence and The product is not biodegradable.

degradability

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential The product does not contain any substances expected to be bioaccumulating.

Partition coefficient Not applicable (inorganic substance)

Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Bioaccumulative potential The product does not contain any substances expected to be bioaccumulating.

Partition coefficient Not applicable (inorganic substance)

12.4. Mobility in soil

Mobility The product is insoluble in water.

Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Mobility Insoluble in water.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Results of PBT and vPvB This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current UK criteria.
assessment

Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Results of PBT and vPvB This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current UK criteria.
assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects

Other adverse effects None known.

Endocrine disrupting Available data for the substance have been considered against the criteria laid down in
properties Regulations ((EC) No 1907/2006, (EU) 2017/2100, (EU) 2018/605) and found not to apply.

Ecological information on ingredients.

Perlite (Expanded)

Other adverse effects None known.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

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General information This mineral can be disposed of as a non toxic/inactive material in approved landfill sites in
accordance with local regulations. Dust formation from residues in packaging should be
avoided and suitable worker protection assured. Store used packaging in enclosed
receptacles. Recycling and disposal of packaging should be carried out in compliance with
local regulations. The re-use of packaging is not recommended. Recycling and disposal of
packaging should be carried out by an authorised waste management company.

Disposal methods Where possible, recycling is preferable to disposal. Can be disposed of in compliance with
local regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

General No special precautions. The product is not covered by international regulations on the
transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).

14.1. UN number
No information required.

14.2. UN proper shipping name

No information required.

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

No information required.

14.4. Packing group

No information required.

14.5. Environmental hazards

Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant

No.

14.6. Special precautions for user

Avoid any release of dust during transportation, by using air-tight tanks for powders and covered trucks for other dry forms.

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to No information required.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (as amended).
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No. 2677) (as
amended).

EU legislation Exempted in accordance with REACH Annex V.7

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

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Abbreviations and acronyms ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
used in the safety data sheet Road.
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service.
EC: European Commission
EC₅₀: 50% of maximal Effective Concentration.
FFP: Filtering Face Piece
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods.
IATA: International Air Transport Association.
LC50: Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population.
LD50: Lethal Dose to 50% of a test population (Median Lethal Dose).
OECD: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
OEL: Occupational Exposure Limit
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance.
REACH: The REACH etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 No. 1577.
RID: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail.
SDS: Safety Data Sheet
STOT RE : Specific target organ toxicity upon repeated exposure
SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern.
TWA: Time Weighted Average
UVCB - Unknown or variable composition, complex reaction products or Biological materials.
vPvB: Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative.

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General information Workers must be informed of the presence of crystalline silica and trained in the proper use
and handling of this product as required under applicable regulations. A multi-sectoral social
dialogue agreement on Workers Health Protection through the Good Handling and Use of
Crystalline Silica and Products Containing it was signed on 25 April 2006. This autonomous
agreement, which receives the European Commission’s financial support, is based on a Good
Practices Guide. The requirements of the Agreement came into force on 25 October 2006.
The Agreement was published in the Official Journal of the European Union (2006/C 279/02).
The text of the Agreement and its annexes, including the Good Practices Guide, are available
from http://www.nepsi.eu and provide useful information and guidance for the handling of
products containing crystalline silica (fine fraction). Literature references are available on
request from EUROSIL, the European Association of Industrial Silica Producers. Prolonged
and/or massive exposure to respirable crystalline silica-containing dust may cause silicosis, a
nodular pulmonary fibrosis caused by deposition in the lungs of fine respirable particles of
crystalline silica. In 1997, IARC (the International Agency for Research on Cancer) concluded
that crystalline silica inhaled from occupational sources can cause lung cancer in humans.
However it pointed out that not all industrial circumstances, nor all crystalline silica types,
were to be incriminated. (IARC Monographs on the evaluation of the carcinogenic risks of
chemicals to humans, Silica, silicates dust and organic fibres, 1997, Vol. 68, IARC, Lyon,
France.) In 2009, in the Monographs 100 series, IARC confirmed its classification of Silica
Dust, Crystalline, in the form of Quartz and Cristobalite (IARC Monographs, Volume 100C,
2012). In June 2003, SCOEL (the EU Scientific Committee on Occupational Exposure Limits)
concluded that the main effect in humans of the inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust
is silicosis. “There is sufficient information to conclude that the relative risk of lung cancer is
increased in persons with silicosis (and, apparently, not in employees without silicosis
exposed to silica dust in quarries and in the ceramic industry). Therefore preventing the onset
of silicosis will also reduce the cancer risk…“ (SCOEL SUM Doc 94-final, June 2003). So
there is a body of evidence supporting the fact that increased cancer risk would be limited to
people already suffering from silicosis. Worker protection against silicosis should be assured
by respecting the existing regulatory occupational exposure limits and implementing additional
risk management measures where required. Health & Safety Executive: Detailed reviews of
the scientific evidence on the health effects of crystalline silica have been published by HSE
(Health and Safety Executive, UK) in the Hazard Assessment Documents EH75/4 (2002) and
EH75/5 (2003). The HSE points out on its website that “Workers exposed to fine dust
containing quartz are at risk of developing a chronic and possibly severely disabling lung
disease known as "silicosis"." In addition to silicosis, there is now evidence that heavy and
prolonged workplace exposure to dust containing crystalline silica can lead to an increased
risk of lung cancer. The evidence suggests that an increased risk of lung cancer is likely to
occur only in those workers who have developed silicosis.

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This safety data sheet (SDS) is based on the legal provisions of the REACH Regulation (EC 1907/2006; article 31 and Annex
II), as amended. Its contents are intended as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material. It is the
responsibility of recipients of this SDS to ensure that the information contained therein is properly read and understood by all
people who may use, handle, dispose or in any way come in contact with the product. Information and instructions provided in
this SDS are based on the current state of scientific and technical knowledge at the date of issue indicated. It should not be
construed as any guarantee of technical performance, suitability for particular applications, and does not establish a legally
valid contractual relationship. This version of the SDS supersedes all previous versions.

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