Calcium Hydroxide

Safe acidity regulator

Firming agent used in pickles, corn tortilla processing (nixtamalization).

Source: FDA GRAS 21 CFR 184.1205; EFSA approved

Also Known As

E526 slaked lime pickling lime

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