Calcium Hydroxide Characters It is white powder possessing an alkaline slightly bitter taste 1 g dissolves in 630mL of water at 25C and in 1300mL of boiling water It is soluble in glycerin and in a saturated solution of sucrose but is insoluble in alcohol Usage 1neutralizing agent 2used as rubber petroleum industry additive 3 used in lubricating oil to prevent coking 4mud deposition Storage Store in a cool dry area and not in direct sunlight The preferred storage temperature should not exceed 0C40C Shelf Life 24 Months
