Ingredient · E327

Calcium L-lactate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Calcium L-lactate is used as a firming agent, a calcium fortifier, and an acidity …

What it is

Calcium L-lactate is the calcium salt of lactic acid. It is produced through the fermentation of carbohydrates by lactic acid bacteria, followed by neutralization with a calcium source. It is a white crystalline powder.

Why it's used

Calcium L-lactate is used as a firming agent, a calcium fortifier, and an acidity regulator. It helps maintain the texture of fruits and vegetables in canned or processed foods. It is found in dairy products, baked goods, and beverages.

Health notes

In the U.S., calcium L-lactate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. It is a source of calcium and is used to fortify foods. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated lactic acid and its salts, and they are considered safe for consumption. No significant health controversies are associated with its typical use in food.

Allergen info

Calcium L-lactate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Calcium L-lactate

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Roth Industries, LLC Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese Other Deli High in sodium — 75% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 138kcal 8.2Protein 5.3Fat 15.3Carbs FreshRealm LLC Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Tender Pasta Topped With Our Rich And Creamy Alfredo Sauce, White Meat Chicken And Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Other Deli High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 134kcal 9.1Protein 4.3Fat 15.1Carbs Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo With Grilled White Meat Chicken, Pasta, And Parmesan Cheese, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Relish Labs LLC Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo With Grilled White Meat Chicken, Pasta, And Parmesan Cheese, Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo Other Deli High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 130kcal 7.9Protein 5.4Fat 12.7Carbs FreshRealm LLC Alfredo Truffle Cavatappi With Spinach Classic-Style Meal, Alfredo Truffle Other Deli High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 80% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 172kcal 6.1Protein 9.2Fat 16.6Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Pulled Pork In BBQ Sauce With Gouda Macaroni And Cheese, Gouda Macaroni And Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 59% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving 145kcal 9.5Protein 5.3Fat 14.8Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Shredded Chicken In BBQ Sauce With Gouda Macaroni And Cheese, Shredded Chicken In BBQ Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 59% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 127kcal 8.5Protein 3.5Fat 14.8Carbs Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese, Gouda Macaroni & Cheese Roth Industries, LLC Smoked Pulled Pork With Gouda Macaroni & Cheese, Gouda Macaroni & Cheese Other Deli 136kcal 7.6Protein 5.6Fat 15.2Carbs Blackened Chicken Penne Pasta With White Meat Chicken, Fire Roasted Corn, Peppers, And Cheese, Blackened Chicken Relish Labs LLC Blackened Chicken Penne Pasta With White Meat Chicken, Fire Roasted Corn, Peppers, And Cheese, Blackened Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 137kcal 8.2Protein 4.8Fat 16.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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