Lactics

Our lactics offering is built around L(+)-lactic acid, the second most widely used edible organic acid after citric acid – and includes a range of lactates and custom blends. These products serve as natural preservatives, acidity regulators, and mineral sources across food, personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications, with a focus on purity, safety, and sustainability.

Lactics

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Jungbunzlauer’s lactics deliver cross-industry benefits by offering natural, sustainable antibacterial and pH-regulating properties, combined with safe and efficient preservation, making them ideal for applications requiring microbial stability, mild acidification, and high product safety.

  1. Sustainability and eco-friendly production: Lactics ingredients are derived from renewable raw materials through bacterial fermentation, ensuring an environmentally friendly production process.
  2. Antimicrobial and preservation benefits: The antibacterial properties of lactic acid and lactates effectively enhance food safety and stability, making them ideal for preservation and extending shelf life in food and beverage applications.
  3. Versatility and multifunctionality: Lactics ingredients offer diverse functionalities across industries such as food, personal care, and home care, serving as acidity regulators, moisturisers, and biocidal agents.