Product overview
Lactic Acid is listed in the Acidulants & Acidity Regulators portfolio. Cataloged uses include Food acidulation, pH control, Preservation systems. The listed form is Clear to pale yellow liquid / Powder grade. Confirm that the quoted grade, specification and current documents fit the intended formulation and destination market before selection.
Function & Usage
- Add Acidity & Regulate pH
Provides mild acidification and pH control and can support preservation systems in suitable formulations. Typical uses: Food acidulation, pH control, Preservation systems.
- Protect Feed & Support Shelf Life
Supports feed stability by controlling oxidation or microbial deterioration where the selected grade and local regulations permit. Typical uses: Food acidulation, pH control, Preservation systems.
- Acidify Feed & Carry Nutrients
Supports feed acidification, nutrient fortification or premix carrier performance according to the selected approved grade. Typical uses: Food acidulation, pH control, Preservation systems.
Product information
- Primary category:
- Food & Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetic, Animal Nutrition
- Subcategory:
- Acidulants & Acidity Regulators
- CAS No.:
- 50-21-5 (racemic lactic acid) / 79-33-4 (L-lactic acid isomer)
- Form:
- Clear to pale yellow liquid / Powder grade
- Content / Grade:
- Food / pharmaceutical / industrial grade; 80%, 85% or 88% liquid; 60% powder
- Applications:
- Food acidulation, pH control, Preservation systems, Personal-care formulations, Feed acidification and preservation subject to local approval
- Hazard / Transport:
- Concentrated lactic-acid solutions can cause severe skin burns and eye damage. Corrosivity and transport classification depend on concentration; follow the exact product SDS.
- Storage:
- Keep the original container tightly closed in a cool, dry and ventilated place. Protect from heat and freezing and separate from strong bases, oxidizers and reactive metals.