E270 - Lactic Acid

Dean Rouseberg Author: Dean Rouseberg Time for reading: ~1 minutes Last Updated: January 27, 2026
E270 - Lactic Acid

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Characteristics: Lactic acid refers to preservatives and is intended for the safety of products, stopping the development of pathogenic bacteria. The additive is a clear liquid

Characteristic

Lactic acid is a preservative and is intended for product safety by stopping the growth of pathogenic bacteria. The additive is a clear liquid, without sediment and turbidity, and the smell and taste are characteristic of the acid. This is a completely natural product and is considered a biologically safe ingredient.

E 270 is found in lactic acid products, is formed in the dough during the fermentation process, during the fermentation of sugar solutions and dairy products with lactic acid bacteria.

Use

Lactic acid is a natural food supplement and is approved for use without any restrictions in the food industry. It is widely used in the production of soft drinks and some beers, it is indispensable as a biological and natural additive in the manufacture of cheese, yogurt, mayonnaise and various yogurt drinks. It is also used in other industries: canning, meat processing, oil and other areas. In agriculture - in the preparation of feed, in veterinary practice - as an antiseptic. This acid significantly increases the shelf life of products.

Impact on humans

Lactic acid is formed in the human body during the natural breakdown of glucose. Glucose is a major source of energy needed for the brain and muscles. The more intense the muscular work, the more the formation of lactic acid is activated.

Trafficking in lactic acid, involved in metabolism in adults, varies from 110 to 160 grams per day. Excess is excreted by the kidneys without harming the body.

Yogurt products containing the substance are necessary for people with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Products with lactic acid are approved for use in baby food.

 

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