Glucono Delta Lactone (GDL, E575)

Category: Food Manufacturing & Processing / Dairy Industry / Alcohol, Brewing & Distilling

CAS / E-Number: 90-80-2

Grade / Standard: Food Grade / FCC / Feed Grade

Functions:

• Acidulant, coagulant, leavening aid
• Slow acidulant for dairy coagulation
• Acidulant, intestinal pH control

Industry Notes:

• Silken tofu and fresh mozzarella coagulation; slow-acidification in processed meats
• Sour beer and kombucha acidification
• Acidifier in poultry feed for gut health

Uses:

• Food: Tofu coagulant, dairy, cured meats, bakery.
• Pharma: Controlled release formulations, pH adjustment.
• Other: Cosmetics, industrial fermentation.