Properties of: Lactose

Formula:
C12H22O11
CAS Number:
63-42-3

Overview

Lactose is a disaccharide used in the food industry, especially in dairy products. It is a sugar that appears as a white, non-hygroscopic, water-soluble solid with a slightly sweet taste. It is used as a stabilizer for flavors and pharmaceutical products. Its addition is necessary for infant formulas to match the composition of breast milk.