E-number database
Lactic acid and lactate salts
Food-grade lactic acid is carbohydrate fermentation, not milk fat. Lactate salts inherit that Halal identity. They do not certify meat slaughter.
| E-number | Codex INS | Name | Ruling |
|---|---|---|---|
| E270 | INS 270 | Lactic acid and lactates (E270, E325–E327, E585) | Halal · Source-dependent |
| E325 | INS 325 | Sodium lactate | Not yet reviewed |
| E326 | INS 326 | Potassium lactate | Not yet reviewed |
| E327 | INS 327 | Calcium lactate | Not yet reviewed |
| E585 | INS 585 | Ferrous lactate | Not yet reviewed |