British Lime Association (BLA) is committed to broadening the public's knowledge of the benefits of lime as well as representing the interests of the UK lime industry in technical, promotional and general matters.

Our members provide essential materials and sustainable solutions from production to consumption, through the web; we aim to give you a wider understanding of our fascinating and vital industry. 

From quarried Limestone and Chalk (Calcium Carbonate CaCo3)) through Calcining to produce Calcium Oxide (CaO) and hydrating to produce Calcium Hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) products are used in all facets of industry including Iron and Steel, Animal feeds, Agriculture, Fish/Fruit farming, Asphalt, Aluminium, Aerated concrete Blocks and Bricks, Building, Construction and Chemicals.  Its environmental applications include Bio-solids and Sewage Sludge treatment, Soil stabilisation, Acid Neutralisation, Contaminated land treatment, Flue Gas treatments and Desulphurisation, Incineration, Effluent treatment, Drinking water, Wildlife and Soil protection.  Lime is a principal constituent of Lime concrete, Lime wash, Mortar, Plaster, Renders and Restoration materials.

You will also find key information on how the industry is taking a robust attitude in addressing and exceeding its targets for sustainable development, with legislation including Climate Change, Climate Change Levy, E.U. Emission Trading Scheme, REACH and Waste Derived Fuels.

The Educational section provides a wealth of interesting facts, how Lime is made, the Lime Cycle and the different types and uses of Lime.  

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