Sodium Lactate
CAS Number: 72-17-3
Sources of exposure:
Description:
Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid. It is used as a humectant and moisturizer in personal care products and as a pH buffer and preservative aid in foods.
Health concerns:
Genotoxicity
May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.