Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime calcium hydroxide, 6 x 1 lb resealable bags — food-grade, Kosher for crisp pickles

Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime is food-grade calcium hydroxide sold in six resealable 1 lb bags to help make firmer, crisper pickles and other traditional preserved vegetables.

If you prefer the old-fashioned technique for pickling cucumbers and other garden produce, pickling lime (calcium hydroxide) is a common ingredient used to firm cell walls before brining. Mrs. Wages offers this product in six 1-pound resealable bags so you can treat multiple batches across a season without worrying about moisture or contamination. The powder contains no additives or preservatives and is Kosher certified and produced in the USA.

How do I use Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime to get crunchier cucumbers?

Pickling lime is mixed with water to soak cucumbers for a short, controlled period before rinsing and proceeding with your pickling recipe. This helps reduce cellular breakdown during the brining process, leaving a firmer texture once the cucumbers are pickled.

• Mix per recipe instructions printed on each bag for accurate proportions.
• Soak cucumbers the specified time only; over-soaking can affect flavor and safety.
• Rinse thoroughly after soaking to remove residual lime before adding vinegar brine.
• Use the resealable bags to keep unused lime dry and free from contaminants.

Can I use this for other preserved fruits and vegetables?

Yes—beyond cucumber lime pickles, pickling lime is traditionally used with green tomatoes, watermelon rinds, and citron to firm their texture before pickling. Different produce may require adjusted soak times, so follow tested recipes for best results.

• Recipes for green tomato and watermelon-rind pickles are included on each bag.
• Adjust soak duration depending on the firmness and thickness of the produce.
• Always rinse produce thoroughly after treatment to remove excess lime.
• Use in small, controlled batches until you’re comfortable with timing and results.

Is this product safe and how should I store it?

Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime is food-grade calcium hydroxide with no additives, but it must be handled with care: avoid ingestion of undissolved powder and keep away from children and pets. Store in the resealable bags provided, in a cool, dry place to prevent clumping and moisture exposure.

• Keep bags tightly sealed and store away from high humidity or direct sunlight.
• Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin when handling concentrated powder.
• Label any prepared lime solution and follow safe disposal or reuse instructions in recipes.
• Because the product is Kosher certified and made in the USA, it meets common food-safety production standards.

Who is this for? Home canners, gardeners, and anyone who likes to preserve garden harvests using traditional methods will find Mrs. Wages Pickling Lime helpful for producing crisper pickles and firmer preserved vegetables. It’s suited to cooks who prefer to follow time-tested soaking techniques and want a reliable, food-grade calcium hydroxide supplied in convenient resealable packaging for multiple batches throughout the season.

Ingredients

Calcium Hydroxide (Lime).