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Additive · Acidity regulator

Sodium lactate (E325)

Sodium lactate (E325) is an acidity regulator that Digestoa rates as low concern — it's considered safe at the levels used in food.

Digestoa riskNo known risk
TypeAcidity regulator
Found insoft drinks, sweets, sauces, processed cheese and canned foods

What is Sodium lactate?

Sodium lactate (E325) is an acidity regulator — used to control acidity and balance flavour.

Is Sodium lactate bad for you?

Sodium lactate is permitted in food and Digestoa rates it as low concern. There's no strong evidence it causes harm at the levels typically used in food.

What foods contain Sodium lactate?

Soft drinks, sweets, sauces, processed cheese and canned foods.

Digestoa's take

You don't need to avoid Sodium lactate. It's one of the more benign things on an ingredients list — worth knowing, not worth worrying about.

Safer swaps

Choose less-processed products with short, recognisable ingredient lists.

Frequently asked questions

Is E325 the same as Sodium lactate?
Yes — E325 is the international additive (E-number) code for Sodium lactate.
Is Sodium lactate bad for you?
Digestoa rates Sodium lactate (E325) as low concern. It's permitted in food and considered safe at normal dietary levels.
What are the side effects of Sodium lactate?
No significant side effects are associated with Sodium lactate at the levels used in food.
What foods contain Sodium lactate?
Soft drinks, sweets, sauces, processed cheese and canned foods.
How can I avoid Sodium lactate?
Check the ingredients list for "Sodium lactate" or "E325", or scan the product with Digestoa to see if it's present before you buy.

Related acidity regulator additives

Phosphoric acid (E338)Sodium phosphates (E339)Potassium phosphates (E340)Calcium phosphates (E341)Citric acid (E330)Sodium citrates (E331)

Risk ratings reflect Digestoa's editorial assessment synthesising EFSA/IARC opinions and peer-reviewed research. Informational only — not medical advice.