Magnesium lactate dihydrate is a source of magnesium when used as a nutrient in fortified food and beverages. It can also be used as acidity regulator.
Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate
Found In
- Beverages
- Dietary supplements
- Foods
Also Known As
- DL-Lactic Acid Magnesium Salt
- L-Lactic Acid Magnesium Salt
- Magnesium DL(-)-2-Hydroxypropionate
- Magnesium Di-L-Lactate
- Magnesium Lactate (Anhydrous)
The Beverage Bottom Line
Magnesium lactate dihydrate 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)
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS Self-Determined)
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for magnesium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

Health Canada
Permitted as a supplemental ingredient.
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for magnesium were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.