A colourless-to-yellow syrupy liquid, lactic acid (E270) is widely used as a preservative and flavouring agent in food and beverage applications.
Its antimicrobial properties and ability to regulate pH also makes it suitable for cosmetic formulations.
We supply food-grade lactic acid in a range of pack sizes to suit your requirements.
• pH regulation, acidity control and microbial stability in dairy products, beverages, pickles and baked goods
• Processing aid in meat and poultry processing
• Acidulant, flavouring and preservative agent for soft drinks, juices, beer and fermented drinks
• Fermentation aid in brewing and pickling
• pH regulation, exfoliation and antimicrobial benefits in personal care product formulations
• Production of biodegradable polymers for medical devices and packaging
• Use in intravenous solutions and pharmaceutical formulations
• Descaling and disinfecting agent in household and industrial cleaning products (tech grade)
Our BRCGS-accredited Food & Beverage division has over 25 years’ experience supplying quality ingredients solutions.
Through our privately-owned vehicle fleet, we supply bulk lactic acid (as well as a range of other acidulants) to customers across the UK and Europe quickly and securely.
We also supply lactic acid for technical applications, where it is widely used in home, industrial and institutional cleaning and descaling, as well as in the industrial production of biodegradable polymers.
Please note: We are unable to sell chemicals to members of the public.