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Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG Sodium L(+)-Lactate

Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG Sodium L(+)-Lactate is the sodium salt of L(+)-lactic acid, obtained by neutralization of the acid of natural origin with a high purity sodium source. It is produced naturally by living organisms as a by-product of the glycolysis. Sodium lactate is a safe preservative with a high water holding capacity and buffering properties for food and personal care uses.

INCI Name: Sodium Lactate

Chemical Name: Sodium (S)-lactate

CAS Number: 867-56-1

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Buffers & pH Stabilizer

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Non-Toxic

Synonyms: (+)-Lactate sodium, (+)-Sodium lactate, (S)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid sodium salt, Purasal S 98, Sodium L-(+)-lactate, Sodium L-lactate

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
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CAS No.
867-56-1
EC No.
212-762-3

Features & Benefits

Product Profile

Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of L(+)-lactic acid, obtained by neutralization of the acid of natural origin with a high purity sodium source. It is produced naturally by living organisms as a by-product of the glycolysis. Sodium lactate is a safe preservative with a high water holding capacity and buffering properties for food and personal care uses.

Jungbunzlauer sodium lactate is a colorless to yellowish, nearly odorless aqueous solution with a mild salty taste. This solution is stable under normal storage conditions. Sodium lactate is non-toxic to humans and the environment and is readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Recommended Uses

Beverages

  •  Alcoholic Beverages
  •  Carbonated Soft Drinks
  •  Instant Drinks, Syrups
  •  Juice Drinks
  •  RTD Tea and Coffee
  •  Sports and Energy Drinks
  •  Waters

 Food

  •  Baby Food, Infant Formula
  •  Bakery
  •  Cereals, Snacks
  •  Confectionery
  •  Dairy
  •  Flavors
  •  Fruit Preparations, Sweet Spreads
  •  Meat, Seafood
  •  Ready Meals, Instant Food
  •  Sauces, Dressings, Seasonings
  •  Soy Products

 Healthcare

  •  Clinical Nutrition
  •  OTC, Food Supplements

 Personal Care

  •  Color Cosmetics
  •  Deodorants
  •  Fragrances
  •  Hair Care
  •  Oral Care
  •  Skin Care
  •  Soap and Bath Products

 Cleaners & Detergents

  •  Dish Washing

 Industrial Applications

  •  Plastics, Polymers

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Odorless
Taste
Mild Salty

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory Clearances

Jungbunzlauer sodium lactate food grade is supplied in accordance with the requirements of Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 and of the latest edition of the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). Jungbunzlauer also proposes a high quality personal care grade of sodium lactate.

In Europe, sodium lactate is listed as a generally permitted food additive (E325) and may be added to all foodstuffs, following the “quantum satis“ principle, as long as no special regulation restricts the use.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) affirmed sodium lactate as GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substance and permitted the use in food with no limitation other than current good manufacturing practice (CFR § 184.1768).

Jungbunzlauer sodium lactate has been registered according to REACH Regulation at the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) in 2015. The REACH registration number of Jungbunzlauer sodium lactate is 01-2119971048-33-0002.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

Jungbunzlauer sodium lactate is available as a 60 % solution for both food and personal care grades. It is supplied in bulk, in intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) with 1300 kg net weight, in drums with 270 kg net weight and in small drums with 25 kg net content.