Synonym(s)
CAS number: 996-31-6 / 85895; Potassium lactate
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"Potassium' means the element potassium, 'lactate' the salt/ester of lactic acid (2-hydroxypropanoic acid). Potassium lactate, the potassium lactate, is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an antimicrobial agent (helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin).
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Potassium lactate is authorised in the EU as food additive number E 326 for all foods authorised for use in additives - including organic foods - without a maximum limit (quantum satis)
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