Virtual International supplies high-purity, highly reactive Quick Lime (Calcium Oxide), an essential alkaline chemical for a wide range of industrial processes. We produce our Quick Lime through the controlled thermal decomposition of high-calcium limestone, resulting in a product with superior chemical purity and consistent reactivity. This versatile material serves as a powerful fluxing agent, pH modifier, Drying agent, and chemical base. Industries from steel manufacturing to environmental treatment depend on the quality of our Quick Lime to optimize their processes, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality.

Key Features & Benefits

• High Reactivity: Our Quick Lime reacts vigorously and exothermically with water, making it highly effective for rapid pH adjustment and chemical synthesis.
• High Calcium Content (Available CaO): We guarantee a high percentage of available Calcium Oxide, which ensures maximum performance with minimal slag or waste.
• Excellent Fluxing Agent: In metallurgy, it effectively removes impurities like silica, phosphorus, and sulfur from molten metal, improving the quality of steel.
• Superior Moisture Absorption: Its strong affinity for water makes it an exceptional desiccant and Drying agent in various chemical processes.
• Cost-Effective Alkalinity: Quick Lime provides one of the most cost-effective sources of alkalinity for large-scale industrial applications.

Major Industrial Applications

Steel Manufacturing:

• Steelmakers utilize Quick Lime as a primary flux in electric arc furnaces (EAF) and basic oxygen furnaces (BOF) to purify steel.

Construction & Civil Engineering:

• Engineers use it for soil stabilization to improve the load-bearing capacity and reduce the plasticity of clay soils in foundations and roadbeds.
• It also acts as a key component in producing autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) blocks.

Environmental Applications:

• Water treatment plants use Quick Lime to soften water, adjust pH, and remove impurities.
• It plays a critical role in flue gas desulfurization (FGD), where it neutralizes acidic gases like sulfur dioxide (SO2) from power plant emissions.

Chemical Manufacturing:

• Chemical producers use it as a raw material for manufacturing other calcium compounds, including precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) and calcium carbide.

For more information on its industrial uses, review the (-> Outbound Link: PubChem page for Calcium Oxide <-).

Technical Specifications

Safety & Handling

Caution: Quick Lime is a highly alkaline material that reacts exothermically (releases heat) with water. Always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, and respiratory protection, when handling. Prevent contact with skin, eyes, and moisture.

For complete safety information, request the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from our team. (-> Internal Link: Access Safety Data Sheets <-).

Our Commitment to Quality

Virtual International operates state-of-the-art production facilities under strict ISO 9001 quality management systems. Our rigorous testing ensures every batch of Quick Lime meets our high standards for reactivity and purity. We provide a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every delivery to guarantee product integrity and performance.

Explore our commitment to excellence on our (-> Internal Link: Quality Control page <-).

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