Sodium Lactate 60%

Sodium Lactate 60% is a concentrated aqueous solution of sodium lactate, produced from lactic acid through neutralization. It functions as a humectant, acidity regulator, buffering agent, and preservative-support ingredient in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial formulations.

Its high water solubility and moisture-retention properties make it useful in processed foods, meat products, beverages, personal care products, and selected pharmaceutical applications. The 60% concentration provides an efficient liquid form for controlled formulation and manufacturing processes.

NOKS Industrial Systems supplies this specialty ingredient from Industrial Area, Nairobi, to customers across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. We provide food ingredients, specialty chemicals, industrial raw materials, and technical solutions for commercial, manufacturing, and industrial projects across East Africa.

Applications of Sodium Lactate 60%

• Processed meat and poultry products
• Food preservation and formulation
• Bakery and food processing
• Dairy and beverage applications
• Pharmaceutical formulations
• Cosmetics and personal care products
• Humectant applications
• Acidity and pH control
• Industrial formulations

Key Features & Benefits

Feature	Benefit
60% concentration	Provides an efficient concentrated liquid form
High water solubility	Allows easy incorporation into aqueous formulations
Humectant properties	Helps retain moisture in suitable formulations
Buffering capability	Supports pH control and formulation stability
Acidity regulation	Helps maintain desired acidity levels
Versatile functionality	Suitable for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications

Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

Parameter	Typical Details
Product Name	Sodium Lactate 60%
Chemical Name	Sodium 2-Hydroxypropanoate
Chemical Formula	C₃H₅NaO₃
CAS Number	72-17-3
Concentration	Approximately 60% w/w
Appearance	Clear to Slightly Yellow Liquid
Odour	Mild / Characteristic
Solubility	Miscible with Water
Function	Humectant / Buffer / Acidity Regulator
Grade	Food / Pharmaceutical / Industrial, Depending on Specification
Packaging	Drums / Containers / Bulk

Why Choose NOKS Industrial Systems

• Reliable specialty chemical supply
• Consistent product quality
• Suitable grades for different applications
• Bulk quantities available
• Supply across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
• Technical guidance for product selection
• Convenient supply from Industrial Area, Nairobi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Sodium Lactate 60%?

It is a concentrated liquid solution containing approximately 60% sodium lactate in water. Manufacturers use it for moisture retention, pH control, and formulation support.

2. What is it used for?

Common applications include processed foods, meat products, bakery products, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other formulations.

3. What does it do in food products?

It can help regulate acidity, retain moisture, support product stability, and contribute to preservation systems in suitable food formulations.

4. Is it soluble in water?

Yes. The product mixes readily with water, which allows convenient use in liquid and aqueous formulations.

5. Can it be used in meat processing?

Yes. Appropriate food-grade material can support moisture retention, pH control, and preservation systems in processed meat and poultry products.

6. What does the 60% concentration mean?

The 60% designation generally refers to approximately 60% sodium lactate by weight in the aqueous solution. Exact specifications depend on the supplier grade.

7. Is Sodium Lactate available in bulk?

Yes. NOKS Industrial Systems supplies bulk quantities according to customer requirements.

8. How should it be stored?

Store it in a suitable, tightly closed container under the conditions specified by the product’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical documentation.

9. Do you supply it in Uganda and Tanzania?

Yes. NOKS Industrial Systems supplies customers across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Contact NOKS Industrial Systems

NOKS Industrial Systems
Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: 0142998027
Email: [email protected]