Calcium lactate is a multifunctional food additive (e.g. acidity regulator, emulsifying salt, firming agent, flour treatment agent, thickener, nutrient) and source of calcium.

Calcium Lactate

Found In

  • Beverages

Also Known As

  • Calcium Dilactate
  • Calcium Dilactate Hydrate
  • E327

The Beverage Bottom Line

Calcium lactate is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.

 

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

International Assessments and Authorizations

U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)

Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for calcium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 2008, FDA approved a health claim for calcium, vitamin D and osteoporosis.

In 1978, the health aspects of calcium lactate as a food additive were evaluated.

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European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Safe for intended. Authorized for use in the EU (nutrients, additives).

 

In 2015, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference intakes for calcium.

In 2009, 2010 (a, b), 2011 and 2016, EFSA assessed health claims for calcium.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

Safe for intended uses.

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Health Canada

Safe for intended uses. Calcium is a mineral permitted as a supplemental ingredient. Calcium lactate is also permitted as a natural health product.

 

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for calcium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

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This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.