Potassium Lactate | 996-31-6
Cas No :
996-31-6
Form :
Powder
Molecular Weight :
128.17 G/mol
Molecular Formula :
C3H5KO3
Boiling Point :
360 °c
Melting Point :
180 °c
Flash Point :
210 °c
Solubility :
Soluble In Water
Description :
Potassium Lactate Supplier & Distributor in India
Chemical Bull supplies chemical raw materials and food ingredients for manufacturing, supporting food-grade Potassium Lactate sourcing as a supplier, distributor, wholesaler and exporter in India. We serve meat processors, poultry product manufacturers, seafood processors and food formulators seeking specifications, documentation and bulk supply quotations.
Source Potassium Lactate solution against your approved concentration, food-grade specification and processing requirements. Our team coordinates available samples, manufacturer documents, packaging options and delivery arrangements for bulk and repeat purchases.
Overview of Potassium Lactate
Potassium Lactate is the potassium salt of lactic acid. It is used in suitable food formulations for preservation support, moisture retention and buffering. Commercial food-grade material is commonly supplied as an aqueous solution, including 60% grades.
In meat and related food systems, Potassium Lactate can form part of a validated preservation strategy. Its performance depends on concentration, product composition, pH, processing, packaging and storage temperature.
Potassium Lactate can also be evaluated when replacing Sodium Lactate in sodium-reduction projects. The complete formulation must be reviewed for potassium contribution, flavour and preservation performance. Confirm whether you require Potassium Lactate alone or a formulated lactate blend.
Product Profile & Specifications
Product name: Potassium Lactate
Common names: Lactic Acid Potassium Salt, Potassium Lactate Solution; Potassium L(+)-Lactate for the specified L-form
CAS number: 996-31-6 for Potassium Lactate; confirm stereochemical identification for the supplied grade
Molecular formula: C3H5KO3
Product form: Commonly supplied as an aqueous solution
Typical commercial concentration: 60% grades are available commercially; confirm the quoted concentration
Appearance: Typically a clear, colourless to slightly yellow liquid
Food additive identification: INS 326 / E326
Main manufacturing functions: Preservation support, moisture retention and buffering in suitable formulations
Key purchase specifications: Identity, active concentration, pH, colour, impurity limits and food-grade suitability
Food Manufacturing Applications of Potassium Lactate
Processed Meat & Poultry Products
Food-grade Potassium Lactate is used in suitable processed-meat and poultry formulations to support preservation and moisture management. Manufacturers should establish the addition level through product-specific trials and assess flavour, texture, yield and microbiological performance.
Ready-to-Eat Meat Formulations
Potassium Lactate can be incorporated into validated preservation systems for suitable ready-to-eat meat products. Its effectiveness must be assessed alongside heat processing, hygiene, packaging and cold-chain conditions. Shelf-life and challenge studies should support the intended preservation claim.
Seafood Processing
Seafood processors can evaluate suitable grades in permitted formulations for preservation support and moisture retention. Trials should confirm sensory quality, texture, ingredient uptake and performance under the intended chilled-storage conditions.
Lower-Sodium Food Formulations
Potassium Lactate can replace some or all of the Sodium Lactate component in suitable reformulation projects. It does not directly replace every function of salt. Manufacturers should review total sodium and potassium content, flavour, labelling and finished-product stability.
Liquid Food Ingredient Blends
Ingredient manufacturers can use Potassium Lactate in application-specific liquid blends for food processing. Confirm compatibility, concentration, dosing accuracy and storage stability. Pure Potassium Lactate solutions and blends containing acetate or diacetate require separate specifications.
Potassium Lactate Price & Bulk Supply
Potassium Lactate price depends on the active concentration, manufacturer, food-grade specification, blend composition, packaging, order quantity and delivery location. Share your application and required volume to request current bulk pricing.
For an accurate quotation, specify the required solution concentration and whether you need Potassium Lactate alone or a formulated blend. Compare quotations on an equivalent active-content basis.
Confirm sample availability, minimum order quantity, food-compatible packing options and lead time during enquiry. Regular buyers can share monthly consumption and delivery frequency for repeat supply planning.
Why Choose Chemical Bull?
Chemical Bull supports food manufacturers with ingredient and chemical raw material sourcing against defined technical and commercial requirements. Procurement, quality and R&D teams can request available specifications, manufacturer documents and samples before bulk approval.
We coordinate enquiries according to the required concentration, formulation type, quantity, packaging and destination.
Potassium Lactate COA, MSDS & Storage
Request the batch Certificate of Analysis, technical specification and Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS). Review active concentration, pH, colour, impurity limits, shelf life and supporting food-grade documentation against your purchase specification.
Store in tightly closed, compatible containers under the manufacturer's recommended conditions. Prevent contamination and unintended dilution during transfer and dosing. Confirm storage temperature, handling requirements and the recommended use period after opening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy food-grade Potassium Lactate in bulk in India?
Contact Chemical Bull with your food manufacturing application, required concentration, approved specification, quantity and delivery location to enquire about bulk Potassium Lactate supply.
What details are required for a Potassium Lactate price quotation?
Provide the active concentration, food-grade specification, application, quantity, packaging preference and destination. Confirm whether you require Potassium Lactate solution or a lactate-based blend.
Can I request samples, COA, SDS, MOQ and lead time?
Enquire about available samples, batch COA, SDS/MSDS, technical specifications and supporting food-grade documents. Confirm MOQ, packing options and estimated lead time with the quotation.
What is Potassium Lactate used for in food manufacturing?
Potassium Lactate supports preservation, moisture retention and buffering in suitable foods. Important applications include processed meat, poultry, seafood and selected lower-sodium formulations.
How is Potassium Lactate different from Sodium Lactate?
Both are salts of lactic acid, but they contribute different minerals: potassium or sodium. Substitution requires review of active concentration, mineral content, flavour and preservation performance in the finished formulation.
Contact Chemical Bull to request food-grade Potassium Lactate specifications, samples, documentation and a bulk supply quotation for manufacturing.
ChemicalBull supplies Potassium Lactate across India, serving customers in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal, as well as the Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. We serve pharmaceutical, chemical, research, academic, laboratory, manufacturing, and industrial customers with reliable nationwide delivery.