LACTIC ACID| PRODUCT INFORMATION

An organic acid, Lactic Acid is manufactured from either chemical synthesis or the fermentation of milk
and whey. It can be found in the body naturally and usually seen as safe for human consumption. It
usually appears as a powder or a solution. The powder is usually white and has minimal taste or odour –
typically found at a concentration of 60%. The solution however is colourless and minimal taste or odour
notes. This is typically sold in an 80% concentration. If needed, there are a wide range of other specific
grades to suit particular needs for customers.

You can find lactic acid in a wide range of food, pharmaceutical and personal care products. These range
from solubility agents, fermented milk goods, sourdough and a number of breweries, distilleries and
vineyards. It can be used in food and drinks for a range of applications from preserving, curing and
culturing to flavouring and many more.

More specifically you can find breweries using lactic acid in order to add the sour note found traditionally
in Belgian-style beers whilst vineyards use it to aid in reducing sharp notes by converting the malic acid
present in grapes into lactic acid through bacterial control. These reasons also result in the sour notes in
sourdough and the culturing/curdling of fermented milk products like kefir, yoghurt and cottage cheese.
Predominantly the powder and solution types have their own specific application scenarios, albeit they
perform the same task. The 80% solution is used more often of the two.

Here at Kilo we work alongside leading manufacturers to source and supply the best lactic acid possible.
So, whether you need a 60% powder, an 80% solution, or perhaps a specialist grade, you can rely on Kilo
to supply you with the best product at a competitive price. With volumes as small as 25kg/25Ltr ready for
ordering, and up to pallet lots and IBCs, we can supply you now and continue to be your prime option as
you grow your business. Should you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch today!

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