Calcium oxide

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

burnt lime; Calcium oxidatum; Calcium oxydatum causticum; Calx; CAS No 1305-78-8; Caustic lime

Definition
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Calcium oxide consists of a hard, white substance that slowly decomposes in air. It is soluble in dilute acids and insoluble in ethanol. Together with water and a strong heat development, calcium oxide decomposes to slaked lime. Calcium oxide is also called quicklime because of its production.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 529)

Acidity regulator

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Incoming links (2)

E 529; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Food additives, various additives (e-numbers 500 - 949);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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