Lime in the Pulp and Paper Industry

Lime is essential in the manufacture of pulp and paper.

Pulp and paper

Both lime and value-added lime-based products are used in the manufacture of pulp and paper. These products are involved either as chemicals in the processes or as fillers in papermaking.

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There are three distinct types of limestone, defined by their magnesium carbonate (MgCO₃) concentrations. These types are Dolomitic (35 to 46% MgCO₃), Magnesian (5 to 35% MgCO₃) and High calcium (less than 5% MgCO₃).