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Sodium Lactate
Sodium Lactate
Also known as: E325
Low concern
Sodium lactate is approved by FDA (GRAS) and EFSA. Lactate is a normal metabolic product, and EFSA's 2020 re-evaluation established a group ADI 'not specified' (no numerical limit needed).
Found in
5,133 products
E-number
E325
Type
antioxidant, emulsifier, humectant, thickener
What it is
Sodium lactate (E325), the sodium salt of lactic acid.
Acidity regulator, antimicrobial preservative, humectant, antioxidant.
Why it's flagged
- Restricted in foods for infants and young children (EU)
- Contributes to sodium intake
What regulators actually say
"Sodium lactate is GRAS as a direct human food ingredient."
"Group ADI 'not specified' was established for lactic acid and lactates."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (21 CFR 184.1768).
European Union — EFSA
Authorised E325; ADI 'not specified'.
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