Anyone heard of Reptilite substrate?

[ILoveTorts&Gerbils]

Hi,

Came across an ad today for a calcium reptile substrate called Reptilite. It claims to be safe for tortoises because it is '100% edible and easily digestible' and spherical, to avoid scratching your pet (inside or out)

Contains argonite, stronium and magnesium - no silica or phosphorus


Has anyone had any experience with this? Would it be safe to use?

 

[Tom]

Not safe. Sand of any composition should never be used for housing any tortoise. It is also far too dry and will create desiccating conditions in an enclosure under a heat lamp.