Sodium Lactate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Natural fermentation salt powerfully inhibiting Listeria monocytogenes in deli meats while binding meat juices.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved meat humectant and listeria inhibitor
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Standard Listeria control in ready-to-eat meats
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E325
Commonly Found Foods
Deli turkeycooked hamsbaconrefrigerated lunch kits
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Buffered vinegar powder✓ Cultured cane sugar
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