Calcium Hydroxide - China
Calcium hydroxide does not occur naturally since it reacts readily with water (to form hydrated lime) and carbon dioxide to form limestone. This is an exothermic reaction which releases a lot of heat, thus caution must be taken. Calcium oxide vary in the degree of crystallization and cohesion of the crystalline mass and the homogeneity of the matrix.
Specifications
| Country | China |
|---|---|
| IUPAC Name | Calcium Hydroxide |
| CAS Number | 1305-62-0 |
| HS Code | 2522.20.00 |
| Formula | Ca(OH)2 |
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder |
| Common Names | Slaked Lime, Hydrated Lime, Calcium Dihydroxide, Calcium (II) Hydroxide |
| Packaging | 5 kg/bag |
Applications
Food Industry
Calcium hydroxide is used to produce beverages like alcohol and soft drinks. Calcium hydroxide is
prevents fruits from ripening before they are shipped to the grocery store. It is also applied in
preparing a traditional Swedish food called Lutefisk.
Sewage treatment Industry
Calcium hydroxide is used as a flocculant in water and sewage treatment.
Other Applications
Calcium hydroxide is used to produce ammonia gas by reacting it with ammonium chloride. It is also
used as an intermediate to produce sodium hydroxide in the paper industry.