E-number  · E326

E326 — Potassium Lactate

Potassium salt of lactic acid. Vegan.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E326 is the potassium salt of lactic acid (E270). Plant-fermented.

Why it matters

Low-sodium antimicrobial alternative to E325 in baked goods and processed meats.

What to do

Always vegan in modern production.

Sources Where the entry is drawn from.
  • Vegan Society additives database