Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime

Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime is derived from limestone with a high calcium content, and has the appearance of a dry powder. The stone is heated at approximately 1000 degrees Celsius to produce burnt lime or quick lime, a caustic material. When water is added, it becomes hydrated lime, a product with applications in agriculture and industry.

Why Use Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime?

Although hydrated lime is traditionally used in the metallurgy, chemical, pulp & paper and waste treatment sectors, amongst others, SA Lime & Gypsum’s Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime is primarily agricultural lime used as a soil neutraliser.

Due to its high calcium oxide content, calcium is released far quicker than regular calcitic lime, creating an effective natural product which neutralises acidic soils, thereby promoting plant growth. Hydrated lime will release 100% of the calcium within 1 month after applying it to the soil whereas normal calcitic lime will only release about 50% calcium in the first year. For fast results, a hydrated calcitic lime is highly recommended.

Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime Mine Site

SA Lime & Gypsum sources its Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime from Bredasdorp, situated in the heart of the Overberg.

Ag-Hydrate Calcitic Lime Chemical Composition 

• Calcium (Ca) 45.04%
• Calcium oxide (CaO) 63.3%
• Magnesium (Mg) 0.51%
• Magnesium oxide (MgO) 0.85%
• Calcium Carbonate Equivalent (CCE) 120.50%

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