Calcium Lactate Pentahydrate

Mineral Fortification: Used as a primary calcium source in beverages and nutritional supplements for improved bone health.
Food Firming Agent: Added to canned fruits and vegetables to maintain structural integrity and prevent softening.
Oral Care: Utilized in toothpastes and mouthwashes to support enamel remineralization and prevent tartar accumulation.

Calcium L-Lactate Pentahydrate, Lactic Acid Calcium Salt.

CAS: 5743-47-5
EC: 248-953-3
Sectors: Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetics

Calcium Lactate Pentahydrate (CAS 5743-47-5) is a crystalline calcium salt of lactic acid, supplied as a white powder, that dissolves readily and is used to fortify clear beverages and liquid nutritional supplements, to firm canned fruits and vegetables, and as a skin-conditioning and oral care ingredient. It is an exceptionally bioavailable calcium source available in Food Grade and Pharma Grade specifications. This product features excellent solubility , making it ideal for fortifying clear beverages and liquid nutritional supplements. It acts as an effective buffering agent and texture stabilizer without impacting the flavor profile. Its mild nature and high stability make it a preferred choice for mineral fortification in sensitive health and beauty products.

Typical Properties

Molecular formula	C₃H₆O₃.1/2Ca.5/2H₂O
Molecular weight	218.22 g/mol
Appearance	White powder
Form	powder
Color	White
Odor	Odorless
Melting point	95 °C (approx)
Water solubility	soluble
pH	7 (50g/l, H2O, 20°C)
GHS signal word	Danger · Corrosive
HS code	29181100
Grades available	Food Grade, Pharma Grade

Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.

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