Ferrous lactate, or iron(II) lactate, is a chemical compound consisting of one atom of iron (Fe2+) and two lactate anions. It has the chemical formula Fe(C3H5O3)2. It is an acidity regulator and colour retention agent, and is also used to fortify foods with iron.
| Item | Specification |
| Description | Light yellow green powder |
| Identification | Positive |
| Total Fe | >=18.9% |
| Ferrous | >=18.0% |
| Moisture | =<2.5% |
| Calcium | =<1.2% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | =<20ppm |
| Arsenic | =<1ppm |