At our company, we are committed to manufacturing and supplying safer, next-generation countertop surfaces. One of our key product features is that our engineered stone surfaces are designed with extremely low or negligible crystalline silica content. This is part of our effort to reduce potential health risks to workers and homeowners while maintaining the strength, beauty, and durability that high-end countertops demand.

Why the Term “Silica-Free” Needs Clarification

In the stone and engineered surface industry, the term “silica-free” is sometimes used as a marketing description. However, it is important to understand that this term is not a certified or legally standardized label in most markets. Even if a surface is described as “silica-free” or “no silica,” in scientific terms it may still contain trace amounts of crystalline silica — but at levels significantly lower than conventional quartz-based engineered stone.

The Issue with Crystalline Silica (SiO₂)

The concern is specifically with crystalline silica, a natural mineral found in many stones, including quartz, granite, and sand. Inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust during cutting, grinding, or polishing can cause serious occupational health conditions such as silicosis, lung cancer, and other respiratory diseases.

Our Commitment to Safer Surfaces

Our engineered surfaces are formulated using advanced materials to minimize or eliminate crystalline silica wherever possible. This innovation helps:

  • Reduce exposure risks for fabricators and installers

  • Comply with stricter state and regional safety regulations (such as in California and other U.S. states)

  • Maintain high standards of durability, stain resistance, and aesthetics without relying on high-silica raw materials

Responsible Communication

While our surfaces are engineered to be virtually free of crystalline silica, we do not claim that they are 100% silica-free in the absolute scientific sense. Instead, our goal is to be transparent with customers, industry partners, and safety regulators by:

  • Clearly stating the material composition

  • Highlighting the low or negligible crystalline silica content

  • Continuing to improve material formulations to further reduce silica content over time

Final Note

By investing in safer manufacturing processes and innovative material science, we aim to lead the industry toward a healthier future for workers and consumers — without compromising beauty, performance, or design flexibility.