Lactose CAS 63-42-3

[Typical Properties]

White crystalline or crystalline powder. Sweet taste, with a sweetness level of about 70% of sucrose. Odorless or slightly distinctive odor.

[Specification]

Pharmaceutical grade, USP 40. Mesh size: 60mesh, 80mesh

[Usage]

Nutritional sweeteners; excipient; dispersant; Flavoring agent; Nutrients.

*Mainly used as an adsorbent dispersant for powdered food pigments, reducing pigment concentration, facilitating use, and reducing discoloration during storage.

*Using the characteristics of easy compression molding and low water absorption, it can be used as an excipient for tablet pressing.

*By utilizing the low caramelization temperature of lactose (sucrose 163 ℃, glucose 154.5 ℃, lactose only 129.5 ℃), certain special baked goods can achieve a darker yellow to caramel color at lower baking temperatures.

*Other functions include preventing crystallization, reducing sweetness, preventing adhesion, and enhancing fragrance.

*Used for baby food, candy, and margarine.

[Storage]

Keep tightly closed.Store in dry and ventilated place.Keep away from fire,heat sources and oxidants.