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Calcium Hydroxide

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SHORT DESCRIPTION

Calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime or hydrated lime, is a chemical compound formed when calcium oxide (quicklime) reacts with water. It is a white, crystalline powder with a slightly alkaline taste and has low solubility in water. Calcium hydroxide is an alkaline substance, and its water solution is referred to as lime water.

PACKAGING TYPE

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Ca(OH)2

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CHEMICAL NAME

Calcium Hydroxide

INDUSTRY

Water Treatment & Mining

APPLICATION

  1. Construction Industry: Calcium hydroxide is used in the construction industry as a key component of mortar and plaster. It reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form calcium carbonate, contributing to the hardening of structures.
  2. Soil Amendment: Calcium hydroxide is applied in agriculture as a soil amendment to improve soil structure and reduce acidity. It is often used to treat acidic soils.
  3. Water Treatment: Calcium hydroxide is utilized in water treatment processes for the softening of hard water by precipitation of calcium carbonate.
  4. pH Adjustment: It is added to industrial processes and wastewater treatment for pH adjustment.
  5. Food Industry: It is also used in the food industry for pickling and preserving certain foods.
  6. Dental Applications: In dental applications, calcium hydroxide is used in certain dental cements and materials. 

IDENTIFICATION AND PROPERTIES

SYNONYMS

Calcium dihydroxide Slaked lime Hydrated lime Lime Milk of lime

MOLECULAR WEIGHT

74.093 g/mol

CAS NUMBER

1305-62-0

CHEMICAL FORMULA

Ca(OH)2

HS CODE

28259040

DENSITY

2.211 g/cm3

MELTING POINT

580 °C

BOILING POINT

Not Specified

VISCOSITY

Not Specified

SHELF LIFE

1 year

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Not Specified

WHY ELCHEMY?

Calcium Hydroxide is a fundamental compound that is highly valued for its PH Modifiers properties. It plays a crucial role in various industries , including Water Treatment & Mining . The compound's unique properties make it particularly useful in modern applications and processes, improving efficiency and efficacy.
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