Ferrous Lactate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Mild organic iron compound derived from lactic acid, designed for delicate pediatric digestive systems.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved organic lactic iron salt
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS baby food iron
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E585
Commonly Found Foods
Infant cereal pureestoddler nutritional biscuitsclinical feeds
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Ferrous gluconate
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