E270 - Lactic acid Group: Preservatives Description: food acid, acidity regulator; produced by heating and fermenting carbohydrates in milk whey, potatoes, cornstarch or molasses; difficult for babies to metabolise; used in sweets, dressings, soft drinks (sometimes beer) infant formulas and confectionary Animal origin: Yes Warning: Difficult for babies to metabolize << Back to: Preservatives << Back to: Main page