This European Standard is applicable to high-calcium lime used for treatment of water intended for human
consumption. It describes the characteristics of high-calcium lime and specifies the requirements and the
corresponding test methods for high-calcium lime. It gives information on its use in water treatment. It also
determines the rules relating to safe handling and use (see Annex B).
BS EN 12518:2008 history
2014BS EN 12518:2014 Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption. High-calcium lime
2008BS EN 12518:2008 Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption - High-calcium lime