E-code guide
E325Sodium Lactate
HalalAcidity regulator
E325

Sodium Lactate

Acidity regulator

Also known as Lactate de Sodium

MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record
1says Doubtful2say Halal

Why this verdict

E325 is sodium lactate, the sodium salt of lactic acid, used as a preservative, acidity regulator, and humectant in meats and confectionery. SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 both classify E325 as halal when the lactic acid is from a non-dairy source. MUIS marks E325 as syubhah, noting it is the sodium salt of lactic acid (E270). On the classification of SANHA and JAKIM, E325 is halal.

Common questions

Is E325 halal?

Sodium Lactate (E325) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify it as halal.

What is E325 made from?

Sodium Lactate (E325) is derived from plant sources.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.