Description
Lactic acid is an organic chemical compound that occurs naturally in food products such as yogurt and sauerkraut. It is a colorless substance with a characteristic, slightly sour flavor. Lactic acid has many uses, the most common being as an acidity regulator and preservative in the food and cosmetics industries. It is also used in pharmaceutical production and in fermentation processes, where it acts as a stabilizer and thickening agent. It is not classified as a dangerous substance in transport according to ADR regulations.
