Lime

Lime shall conform to standards given in IS: 712 - 1984.

Building lime shall be classified as follows :

Class A - Eminently hydraulic lime used for structural purposes.

Class B - Semi-hydraulic lime for masonry.

Class C - Fat lime used for finishing purposes; it can be used for masonry mortar with addition of pozzolanic material.

Class D - Magnesium lime used for finishing coat.

Class E - Kankar lime used for mortar.

Carbide lime obtained as a byproduct in the manufacture of acetyline meets the requirement of class C lime and can be used for mortar.