Description

Hydrated lime is basically calcium hydroxide, with the chemical formula Ca(OH)₂.
It’s also known as slaked lime. It’s produced by treating quicklime (CaO) with water — a process called “slaking.”

Pascual is a brand (or maker) of hydrated lime. Their product is sold in various formats (e.g., paper bags, big sacks).
Cales Pascual. They have a special version for water treatment. Pascual’s hydrated lime is used for water treatment, sewage treatment, and mining. The purity (COA) reported by some vendors ranges from 70% to 98%.

Properties & Uses of Hydrated Lime

Appearance & Properties: White powder, slightly alkaline.
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Alkalinity: It’s quite basic (high pH), which makes it useful in neutralizing acids.

Solubility: Moderately soluble in water.

Applications:

Water Treatment: Used to adjust pH, precipitate metals, etc.

Construction: In mortars, plasters, lime-based building materials.

Environmental Uses: For example, in sludge or wastewater treatment.

Soil Stabilization: Can be used to improve soil for construction.

Safety Considerations

Hydrated lime in caustic. It can cause chemical burns on contact with skin, eyes, or if inhaled.

When handling, use protective equipment: gloves, goggles, mask, etc.

Why Choose Pascual’s Lime?

Brand Reliability: Pascual seems to be a known supplier with options for industrial and water-treatment-grade lime.

Purity Variants: The variation in COA (70–98%) means you might choose a grade depending on application (higher purity for more critical chemical or water-treatment work).

Packaging Options:25kg