Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Chapter 40-27 - LIMING MATERIALS
Subject 40-27-1 - LIMING MATERIALS
Rule 40-27-1-.05 - Calcium Carbonate Equivalents
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 40-27-1-.05
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) Certain liming materials shall be labeled to show their calcium carbonate equivalent (CCE) as follows:
(a) Burnt Lime - not less than 40
percent.
(b) Hydrated Lime - not
less than 110 percent.
(c) Other
Solid Liming Materials - not less than 85 percent.
(d) Liquid or Suspension Materials - not less
than 45 percent.
(2) Marl and industrial by-products when used for neutralizing value may vary in their composition and shall not be subject to a minimum calcium carbonate equivalent (CCE) but must be labeled to show the minimum calcium carbonate contained in the product.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 2-12-45, 2-12-49.
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