POTASSIUM LACTATE (SOLUTION)
Prepared at the 18th JECFA (1974), published in NMRS 54B (1975) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 61st
JECFA (2003). An ADI 'not limited' for lactic acid and its salts was established at the 23rd JECFA (1979)
SYNONYMS INS No. 326
DEFINITION
Chemical names Potassium lactate, potassium 2-hydroxypropanoate
C.A.S. number 996-31-6
Chemical formula C3H5KO3
Formula weight 128.17 (anhydrous)
Assay Not less than 95% and not more than 110% of the labelled amount; this
specification is based on a 60% w/w solution of in water.
DESCRIPTION Slightly viscous, almost odourless clear liquid; odourless, or with a slight, characteristic odour
FUNCTIONAL USES Antioxidant, synergist
