Produit bactérien riche en lactate d'ammonium

What it is. Product obtained by fermentation of sugar-based substrates using lactic and related bacteria (Lactobacillus delbrueckii ssp. bulgaricus and other Lactobacillaceae, Lactococcus lactis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides, Streptococcus thermophilus or Bifidobacterium spp.), enriched in ammonium lactate. It contains at least 5.6% nitrogen.

What it is for. This type of fermentation product is generally used as a non-protein nitrogen source and as a supply of organic acid in feed formulas for farm animals. It could be used in contexts where a complementary fermentation-derived input is sought alongside conventional raw materials. The precise use by species and physiological stage depends on the feed manufacturer's formulation practices.

Points to watch. The nitrogen content (minimum 5.6%) governs the calculation of protein equivalent value. Potassium, magnesium and sodium levels must be declared if they exceed 1.5%, implying attention to batch-to-batch compositional variability. Crude ash and total nitrogen are among the constituents to be mandatorily declared on the label.