Ingredient

Processed With Lime

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Calcium hydroxide is used in nixtamalization, a process that makes corn easier to grind, …

What it is

This refers to the use of calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime. It is a white powder produced by heating limestone (calcium carbonate) and then adding water. It is used to treat corn in a process called nixtamalization.

Why it's used

Calcium hydroxide is used in nixtamalization, a process that makes corn easier to grind, improves its nutritional value, and enhances its flavor and aroma. This process is essential for making traditional corn-based foods like tortillas, tamales, and tortilla chips.

Health notes

Calcium hydroxide is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Nixtamalization increases the availability of niacin (a B vitamin) in corn, helping to prevent pellagra. JECFA has evaluated calcium hydroxide and established an acceptable daily intake. It is not associated with significant health controversies at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Calcium hydroxide is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Processed With Lime

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Barcel, Takis, Xplosion Tortilla Chips, Cheese & Chili Pepper, Cheese & Chili Pepper GS1 Mexico Barcel, Takis, Xplosion Tortilla Chips, Cheese & Chili Pepper, Cheese & Chili Pepper Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 533kcal 6.7Protein 30Fat 60Carbs Safeway, Inc. English Muffins, Cinnamon Raisin Breads & Buns 242kcal 6.5Protein 2.4Fat 46.8Carbs GS1 Mexico Volcano Queso Habanero Pepper & Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chip, Volcano Queso Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego GS1 Mexico Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 28.1Fat 57.9Carbs Tortilla Chips Mix, Fuego, Nitro GS1 Mexico Tortilla Chips Mix, Fuego, Nitro Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 514kcal 5.7Protein 28.6Fat 60Carbs Azteca Foods, Inc. Gluten Free Taco Size Corn Tortillas, Corn Mexican Dinner Mixes 234kcal 4.7Protein 2.3Fat 48.4Carbs Zombie Nitro Flavored Habanero & Cucumber Tortilla Chips, Zombie Nitro GS1 Mexico Zombie Nitro Flavored Habanero & Cucumber Tortilla Chips, Zombie Nitro Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs GS1 Mexico Wild Spicy Buffalo Flavored Tortilla Chips, Wild Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs GS1 Mexico Wild Spicy Buffalo Flavored Tortilla Chips, Wild Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 536kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs BBU, Inc. 12 Red Corn Tortillas, 12 Red Corn Mexican Dinner Mixes 217kcal 5Protein 2.5Fat 45Carbs Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego GS1 Mexico Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego GS1 Mexico Fuego Hot Chili Pepper & Lime Flavored Tortilla Chips, Fuego Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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