Potassium lactate
What is Potassium lactate?
Potassium lactate is the potassium salt of lactic acid. It is produced by the neutralisation of lactic acid, which can be obtained through the fermentation of carbohydrates by bacteria. It is commonly used as a food additive.
Is Potassium lactate gluten-free?
It is not a gluten-containing ingredient.
Is Potassium lactate a major allergen?
Potassium lactate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Potassium lactate used for?
Potassium lactate functions as a preservative and acidity regulator in food products.
Is Potassium lactate safe?
Potassium lactate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Potassium lactate functions as a preservative and acidity regulator in food products. It helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds, thereby extending the shelf life of foods. It is frequently found in processed meats, poultry, and fish products.
Health notes
Potassium lactate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. European food safety authorities have evaluated its safety. JECFA has also evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns.
Regulatory status
Authorised in Great Britain (FSA register): England, Scotland, Wales. FSA register of authorised products
Permitted uses in the EU
| Food category | Maximum level |
|---|---|
| 4.2.3 canned or bottled fruit and vegetables | No numerical limit listed |
| 7.1.1 Bread prepared solely with the following ingredients: wheat flour, water, yeast or leaven, salt | No numerical limit listed |
| 7.1.2 Pain courant français; Friss búzakenyér, Fehér és Félbarna kenyerek | No numerical limit listed |
| 8.2 Meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004 | No numerical limit listed |
| 13.1.3 Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 | No numerical limit listed |
Allergen info
Potassium lactate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a gluten-containing ingredient.
Foods that contain Potassium lactate
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Lidl
kipfilet
Fat: low
Saturates: low
Sugars: low
Salt: high
HFSS
95kcal
17.5Protein
2.5Fat
0.5Carbs
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