SB190 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Larry StuttsSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Agricultural lime, required to be labeled with relative neutralizing value as defined, Secs. 2-23-2, 2-23-4 am'd.

Summary

Requires labeling of agricultural lime with a new Relative Neutralizing Value (RNV) calculated from calcium carbonate equivalent and fineness.

What This Bill Does

The bill defines RNV and requires products sold in Alabama to show the RNV on their label. RNV is calculated using the calcium carbonate equivalent (CCE) and how finely the lime is ground, using a specific formula. This adds information to help buyers compare lime products beyond the current CCE requirement.

Who It Affects

• Agricultural lime manufacturers, processors, and distributors: must include the RNV on product labels and follow new labeling details.
• Farmers, landscapers, and other buyers in Alabama: will see RNV on labels and can use it to compare lime effectiveness.

Key Provisions

• Defines Relative Neutralizing Value (RNV) as a value calculated from CCE and fineness of the lime.
• Requires labeling of RNV on agricultural liming materials sold or imported into Alabama.
• RNV is calculated with the formula: RNV = CCE × [(0.5 × A) + (1 × B)], where A is percent passing through 10-mesh but not 60-mesh, and B is percent passing through 60-mesh.
• Amends existing labeling rules to include RNV information alongside other required label data (brand, product type, CCE, etc.).
• Effective date is the first day of the third month after passage and approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Agriculture