| Synonyms | Slaked lime, hydrated lime |
| Definition | |
| Chemical name | Calcium hydroxide |
| Einecs | 215-137-3 |
| Chemical formula | Ca(OH)2 |
| Molecular weight | 74,09 |
| Assay | Content not less than 92,0 % |
| Description | White powder |
| Identification | |
A.Positive tests for alkali and for calcium | |
B.Solubility | Slightly soluble in water. Insoluble in ethanol. Soluble in glycerol |
| Purity | |
| Acid insoluble ash | Not more than 1,0 % |
| Magnesium and alkali salts | Not more than 1,0 % |
| Barium | Not more than 300 mg/kg |
| Fluoride | Not more than 50 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | Not more than 3 mg/kg |
| Lead | Not more than 10 mg/kg |