Calcium Hydroxide Powder (Technical Grade)

Calcium Hydroxide Powder, commonly known as slaked lime, is a versatile industrial chemical employed extensively for pH regulation in water treatment, sugar refining, and paper manufacturing. It is a white powder produced through the hydration of quicklime and is supplied typically in 25 kg bags, facilitating easy handling for bulk industrial users. This chemical is essential in softening water by precipitating hardness-causing ions and neutralizing acidic conditions during wastewater treatment. Its strong alkalinity also makes it useful in the preparation of mortar, as well as controlling sulfur dioxide emissions in flue gases. Handling Calcium Hydroxide requires precautions due to its caustic nature; it must be stored in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas to prevent caking and moisture ingress, especially in humid climates common in East Africa. Finstar Chemicals supplies this powder with batch documentation and quality assurance to buyers in Kenya and neighboring countries, ensuring reliable procurement for industrial applications. Given its reactive and fine particulate nature, appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when handling or transferring the powder to avoid irritation and inhalation risks. It is compatible with metals only when properly diluted and should not contact moisture-sensitive materials directly. Industries using Calcium Hydroxide benefit from its cost-effective dosing and efficient neutralization reactions. Finstar Chemicals supports these sectors with technical advice and timely deliveries tailored to large consumptions.