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 |