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Inorganics
Calcium Hydroxide
An inorganic compound used as a raising agent in foods to leaven or modify texture.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 14, 2026
Health score+1.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Irritation risk if ingested in large quantities, high pH causing mucosal irritation
Benefits
Leavening agent, improves texture and processing in food products
References
Waters containing Calcium Hydroxide
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