Mexican Cal (Lime Powder) | Cal Mexicana Para Nixtamal o Sazonador Mexicano | Premium Quality For Nixtamalization & Tortilla Making Food-grade calcium hydroxide is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Ca(OH)2. It has many common names, including hydrated lime, slack lime, pickling lime and “Cal” in Spanish. Cal is commonly used in the production of corn tortillas. When you soak the corn in calcium hydroxide, a highly alkaline compound, it significantly increases the bioavailability of niacin in the corn, helps bind the masa together, and makes the tortillas tastier and easier to digest. It’s used in a similar fashion when making hominy grits.Calcium hydroxide is also frequently used in the pickling process to cure and crisp cucumbers for the best pickles ever. In home brewing, it’s used as an acidity/pH adjustment tool. It is the most common ingredient in antacids, and it’s even known as an “alternative” insecticide, as most crawling insects are killed by its touch, including ticks, fleas, beetles and grubs.Pickling Lime: A perfectly healthy additive that plays an important role in many recipes.DirectionsEnjoy using Cal Lime in homemade tortillas from whole corn; you can dissolve 2 Tbsp. Cal into a small amount of water and add to a pot of corn. Warning: Do not consume food-grade calcium hydroxide straight. It is a strong base solution and may be harmful. Never use any other form of calcium hydroxide other than food grade. Accidental ingestion can cause burns of the throat and esophagus. Do not inhale or expose to the eyes. Our Story Our shop offers an enormous variety of Spices, Chilies, and Herbs. We are a 3rd generation Spice Company branching out into the online community. We are located in Dallas, Texas and happily accept local orders for pick-up. Please email us for more details. Contact us if you need a larger quantity or variety. We accept custom orders. Shipping Yes, Fre Shippin!