Is Potassium Lactate vegetarian?

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.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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