Michigan State University Extension
Preserving Food Safely - 01600736
10/13/97

### LIME: CALCIUM HYDROXIDE OR CALCIUM OXIDE

        Lime may be sold as calcium hydroxide or calcium oxide,

    and
    we have been  asked  if  both  compounds can  be used in

    pickle
     recipes  calling  for  lime  as  a crispening agent.

    These
     two compounds can be used interchangeably as  long as

    the
    package is clearly labeled hydrated, slaked,  builder's,

    or
    household lime.  Neither compound should be  used if  the

    package
    is labeled agricultural, burnt, or quick lime.    By

    using
    up-to-date recipes and high-quality ingredients,  firm

    crisp
     pickles can be made without the use of lime.

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