Calcium Hydroxide

Ca(OH) 2

FW:   74.10

 

HAZARD ALERT:  Avoid contact with strong acids, maleic anhydride, and nitro compounds.

             

LD50  7340 mg/kg

 

Synonym:  slaked lime, calcium hydrate

Storage:  Inorganic #3        [Cabinet 2; shelf 3]

Shelf Life:  Fair to poor.  Absorbs CO2 from air.

Soluble:  Slightly soluble in water.  Soluble in acids and some organic liquids.  Absorbs CO2 from air.

Color:  White

Odor:  odorless

CAS No. 1305-62-0

 

                        M.p. loses water at 580 oC

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