Lactic Acid: Our product information

Lactic Acid: Versatile Organic Acid for Food, Beverages & Pharma

Lactic acid is an organic acid used in the food industry as an acidulant, acidity regulator, and functional ingredient. Under the designation E270, it is well established across numerous applications in the food, beverage, supplement, and pharmaceutical industries.

The product is supplied as a colorless to slightly yellowish liquid or in crystalline form and is characterized by good water solubility, high purity, and versatile application possibilities.

Internationally, lactic acid is known as Lactic Acid and is one of the most important organic acids for modern food and beverage formulations.

Lactic Acid Production: Manufacturing & Properties

Today, lactic acid is predominantly produced through the fermentation of carbohydrates such as glucose or sucrose. This biotechnological production process ensures consistently high product quality and purity.

Typical properties include:

• high water solubility

• defined acidity

• good processability in liquid and solid systems

• high product purity

• versatile technological application possibilities

These properties make lactic acid an established raw material for food, beverages, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical applications.

Lactic Acid: Applications in Food

Lactic acid is used across numerous areas of food production.

Typical applications include:

• bakery products and pasta

• soft drinks and fruit juices

• dairy and fermented products

• meat and sausage products

• sauces, dressings, and delicatessen products

• canned foods

• dietary supplements

• functional foods

It is used for targeted acidity adjustment, pH regulation, and optimization of flavor, texture, and stability.

Lactic Acid: Importance for Modern Food Concepts

Lactic acid is an important component of modern food and beverage formulations. Due to its functional properties, it is suitable for a wide range of product concepts.

Key application objectives include:

• pH control

• formulation stabilization

• support of fermentation processes

• optimization of sensory properties

• implementation of clean‑label concepts

Internationally, lactic acid is one of the most widely used organic acids in the food industry.

Lactic Acid Function: Role in the Application Context

In an industrial context, the technological function of lactic acid is paramount.

Lactic acid is used to:

• precisely adjust pH values

• support microbiological stability

• optimize taste and acidity profiles

• improve formulation stability

• control fermentation processes

Its use complies with applicable food regulations and is adapted to the specific requirements of the final product.

Lactic Acid Supplier: We Deliver High‑Quality Acidulants

As an experienced supplier and distributor, Jebsen & Jessen Life Science provides reliable solutions for sourcing high‑quality lactic acid for B2B customers in Europe and worldwide.

Our services include:

• global sourcing from qualified sources

• long‑term supplier partnerships

• certified quality management (ISO 9001:2015, IFS Broker, GMP+ B3, Organic)

• technical support for product and application topics

• efficient logistics solutions for Europe and international markets

We support manufacturers in the food, beverage, supplement, and pharmaceutical industries with both standard and specialized requirements.

Lactic Acid Wholesale: Product Information

We supply lactic acid in grades suitable for:

• food

• beverages

• dietary supplements

• pharmaceutical applications

• functional foods

The following documentation is available upon request:

• Certificate of Analysis (CoA)

• product specifications

• Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Depending on the application, different concentrations and specifications are available.

Lactic Acid Wholesale Europe: Logistics & Availability

Our logistics solutions include:

• warehousing within Europe

• flexible delivery quantities

• stable supply through global sourcing

• support with import and customs procedures

With our location in Germany and our international partner network, we ensure reliable supply to customers across Europe and worldwide.

Quality & Regulation: Safety for Your Products

Compliance with quality and safety standards is a core element of our services.

We support you with:

• quality assurance in accordance with international standards

• complete documentation and traceability

• compliance with regulatory requirements

• securing stable supply chains

This provides the foundation for the safe use of lactic acid in food, beverages, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical applications.