Description

Potassium Lactate is a versatile organic salt widely recognized for its superior humectant and pH-regulating properties. This compound is essential for formulating products that require effective moisture retention and microbial stability. It serves as a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural and multifunctional additives.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a flavor enhancer, pH buffer, and shelf-life extender in meat products, dressings, and baked goods.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient in tablet formulations and topical solutions for its moisturizing and stabilizing effects.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a highly effective humectant and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, and serums.
• Animal Feed: Utilized as a feed additive to support hydration and electrolyte balance in livestock.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a biodegradable de-icing agent and a component in metal treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Lactate
CAS No.	996-31-6
Molecular Formula	C₃H₅KO₃
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2-hydroxypropanoate; Lactic acid, potassium salt; 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid potassium salt; E326; Monopotassium lactate; Potassium (L)-lactate; Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, potassium salt
EINECS	213-631-3

Quality Control

Our Potassium Lactate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and Pharmaceutical standards, ensuring it meets the rigorous demands of global markets. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to slightly yellow, clear syrupy liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as C₃H₅KO₃)	≥ 60.0% w/w (typically supplied as aqueous solution)
pH (10% solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.05%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.