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Is Potassium Lactate vegan?

Potassium Lactate

Vegan

Potassium lactate is the potassium salt of lactic acid, used as a humectant, preservative, and acidity regulator. Lactic acid can be derived from fermentation of plant-based carbohydrates or from animal sources, so the origin of potassium lactate depends on the production method.

Also known as Lactic acid potassium salt, Potassium L-lactate
E number E326
CAS number 996-31-6
EC number 213-631-3
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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