Food-Grade Slaked Lime for Tortilla Production
USP-grade slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) for nixtamalization of corn in tortilla and masa production. Under HTS 2522.20.00.00 as mineral slaked lime safe for food contact, not Chapter 28 pharma chemicals. Releases bound nutrients during alkaline cooking.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pharmaceutical USP grade without food declaration
Pure pharma calcium hydroxide excludes food mineral products.
If pre-mixed into food compound
Food preparations containing slaked lime classify as finished foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA GRAS status and purity certificates >98% Ca(OH)2
• Use food-safe packaging and provide lot traceability
• Test for heavy metals to meet food additive standards
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Agricultural Hydrated Lime for Soil pH Adjustment
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Water Treatment Slaked Lime
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Flue Gas Desulfurization Slaked Lime
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