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Calcium hydroxide

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Calcium hydroxide

Definition:

This poisoning is caused by an overdose of calcium hydroxide. It is found in many industrial cleaning products, as well as in some industrial by-products, such as limewater, slaked lime, and many different types of cement.

Poisonous Ingredient:

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Calcium hydroxide

Where Found:

• Limewater
• Slaked lime
• Cement
• Many industrial solvents and cleaners (hundreds to thousands of construction agents, flooring strippers, brick cleaners, cement thickening agents, and many others)

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