E 327 - Calcium lactate | E-Number Information

Characteristics

Additive NameCalcium lactate

E No.E 327

TypeIndividual Substance

In plain language

A naturally derived mineral salt formed when lactic acid combines with calcium. Used as an acidity regulator, firming agent, and preservative in canned fruits, jams, bread, and meat preparations. It also serves as a calcium supplement in some foods. Well-tolerated by most people and considered safe by EFSA and FDA. Because it's a bioavailable form of calcium, it's even approved in baby foods. No significant health concerns at typical dietary levels.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 9 food categories:

4.2.3canned or bottled fruit and vegetables

Quantum satis (no max)

4.2.5.1Extra jam and extra jelly as defined by Directive 2001/113/EC

Quantum satis (no max)

4.2.5jam jellies and marmalades and similar products

Quantum satis (no max)

4.2.5.3other similar fruit or vegetable spreads

Quantum satis (no max)

7.1.1Bread prepared solely with the following ingredients: wheat flour, water, yeast or leaven, salt

Quantum satis (no max)

11.4.2table-top sweeteners in powder form

Quantum satis (no max)

7.1.2Pain courant français; Friss búzakenyér, Fehér és Félbarna kenyerek

Quantum satis (no max)

only Friss búzakenyér, fehér és félbarna kenyerek

13.1.3Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013

Quantum satis (no max)

only processed cereal based foods and baby foods, only for pH adjustment, L(+)-form only

8.2Meat preparations as defined by Regulation (EC) No 853/2004

Quantum satis (no max)

only prepacked preparations of fresh minced meat and meat preparations to which other ingredients than additives or salt have been added

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