China is the largest Lime producer in the world and has very rich lime reserves. Areas such as Henan Province, Hubei Province, Guangdong Province and Shanghai Province in China are famous for lime production. Russia is also one of the largest producers of lime in the world and has very significant reserves of lime. Regions such as the Ural region and Siberia are famous in Russia. India is another one of the largest producers of lime in the world and has very important reserves of lime. Regions like Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat in India are famous for lime production. The United States has very significant reserves of lime and is one of the most important producers of lime in the world. Areas such as Alaska, Texas, Florida and the state of Kentucky are famous in the United States. Japan is also one of the countries that has significant reserves of lime. Areas like Honshu and Kyushu in Japan are famous for lime production.

Raw lime, also known as pure lime or slaked lime, is the primary form of lime that is extracted from the mine. This lime is in the form of large pieces or fragments and usually contains calcium oxide (CaO) and magnesium oxide (MgO). Hydrated lime, also known as heavy lime or hydrated white lime, is a type of lime that is prepared from raw lime by slaking. This form of lime contains hydrated calcium oxide (Ca(OH)₂) and is used in various industries such as construction, water and sewage industry, agriculture, etc. Calcined lime or baked lime is a form that is prepared by heating raw lime to a high temperature (approximately 900-1200 degrees Celsius). This process converts calcium carbonate into calcium oxide. Transgenic lime is used in metalworking, Chemical industry, construction and Plaster production . Lime putty or neutralized lime is a type of lime that is prepared by mixing raw lime with water. This form of lime is mainly used in Paint and coating industry, building restoration and maintenance, production of Building materials and ancient works.

Most buyers of lime require different shapes and applications. But in general, hydrated lime and calcined lime have the largest number of buyers in the world, among the different forms of lime, by volume and demand. Due to its suitable chemical and physical properties, hydrated lime is used in various industries such as construction, water and sewage industry, agriculture, Food products, etc. Therefore, hydrated lime is widely used and purchased by various industry sectors. Transgenic lime is also used as a baked product in various industries such as steelmaking, metalworking, chemical industry, construction and plaster production. Therefore, this form of lime is also in demand and has many buyers in the global market.

The highest quality lime in the world is usually known as "White Lime" which is extracted in some regions of the world. This lime has high purity and outstanding physical and chemical properties. Italy is famous for its sources of high-quality lime, and the Carrara region is one of the most important sources of white lime in the world. Carrara white lime is famous for its high purity and white color and is known as one of the highest quality limes in the world. The Yucatan region of Mexico also has some high-quality lime resources. Yucatan white lime is known for its high purity and natural white color and is used in various industries such as construction, Glass production, plastics, etc. The state of Vermont in the United States also has rich resources of white lime. Vermont white lime is noted for its high quality and purity and is used in various industries such as construction, paper production, Chemicals , etc. There are also high quality lime resources in Finland. The Pargas area is one of the most important lime mining areas in Finland, and its white lime is famous for its high purity and excellent quality.