Material | Calcium Carbonate Equivalent (C.C.E.) |
Burnt Lime | not less than 140 |
Hydrated lime | not less than 110 |
Limestone | not less than 80 |
Slag | not less than 80 |
Shells | not less than 80 |
Marl and some byproducts liming materials are used for neutralizing soil acidity, but due to their varying composition, their chemical limits are not included. In some economic circumstances limestone, slag, and shells of less than eighty percent (80%) C.C.E. may be used.
250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-40-20-2.6