Ingredient

Calcium Lactate & Citric Acid

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Calcium lactate and citric acid are often used together as acidity regulators and flavor …

What it is

Calcium lactate is the calcium salt of lactic acid. It is produced by the reaction of lactic acid with a calcium source, such as calcium carbonate or calcium hydroxide. Lactic acid itself is typically produced by the fermentation of carbohydrates by lactic acid bacteria.

Why it's used

Calcium lactate and citric acid are often used together as acidity regulators and flavor enhancers. They can provide a tart or sour taste and help control the pH of foods. You can find them in candies, baked goods, beverages, and processed fruits.

Health notes

Calcium lactate and citric acid are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in food. They are common dietary components and are considered safe at typical consumption levels. Both substances have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA, which has established acceptable daily intakes for them. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at normal dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Neither calcium lactate nor citric acid are derived from major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Calcium Lactate & Citric Acid

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Delicious Irish Potato Crisps Hand Cooked On Our Farm KEOGH'S Delicious Irish Potato Crisps Hand Cooked On Our Farm Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 522kcal 7.4Protein 33Fat 45.5Carbs Lewis Bakeries Inc. White Enriched Bread, White Breads & Buns 267kcal 8.9Protein 3.3Fat 48.9Carbs Orange Juice Frozen Concentrate, Orange The Kroger Co. Orange Juice Frozen Concentrate, Orange Frozen Fruit & Fruit Juice Concentrates 200kcal 1.7Protein 0Fat 45Carbs Grape Hydrolit Flavored Drink, Grape Comercializadora Eloro, S.A. Grape Hydrolit Flavored Drink, Grape Other Drinks High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 14kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.5Carbs Sour Mixed Lemonade Fruit Snacks, Sour Mixed Lemonade Ferolito Vultaggio & Sons Sour Mixed Lemonade Fruit Snacks, Sour Mixed Lemonade Candy High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 333kcal 3.3Protein 0Fat 80Carbs Kiwi Bursting Boba, Kiwi Leadway International Inc. Kiwi Bursting Boba, Kiwi Canned Fruit 93kcal —Protein 0Fat 23.3Carbs Sour Mixed Lemonade Fruit Juice, Sour Ferolito Vultaggio & Sons Sour Mixed Lemonade Fruit Juice, Sour Candy High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 314kcal 3.9Protein 0Fat 78.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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