Health Effects of Silica Sand

Silica sand contains crystaline silica. Avoid breathing dust from this product as prolonged and repeated breathing can cause a progressive lung disease called Silicosis. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified crystaline silica as a known human carcinogen. Long term exposures that result in silicosis may cause additional health effects. Follow OSHA, MSHA & NIOSH health standards for silica dust.

This warning only applies to purchases of products that contain crystaline silica. For more detailed information, see Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using or handling this product. To request an MSDS sheet for a particular product, just visit our contact page above.