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Ferrous Lactate

Also Known As : Iron(II) lactate, E585
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a mild, sweet and ferruginous taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Ferrous lactate can be used as an acid regulator and colour retention agent.
  2. It can also be used as an iron supplement in infant formula.

Common names and forms

  1. Ferrous Lactate (Iron)

Description

Ferrous Lactate is an iron salt of lactic acid in the form of greenish-white crystals or light green powder which is soluble in water. It has a slight characteristic odour. It is considered as a food additive and is denoted by E number 585.

Selection Guide

Look for the expiration date on the label of ferrous lactate.

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