Demineralised whey powder is manufactured from finest quality fresh whey, which is clarified and defatted before at least 90% demineralisation, prior to evaporation and spray drying.
Compositional Information
Specification
Typical Value
Moisture
% max.
3.5
3.3
Protein (dry basis)
%
10.0 - 12.0
11.0
Butterfat
% max.
1.5
1.2
Ash
% max.
1.0
0.8
Scorched Particles
Disc
A
A
pH (5% Soln.)
6.0 - 6.8
6.6
Lactose
%
83.0
Potassium
p.p.m.
2800
Sodium
p.p.m.
600
Calcium
p.p.m.
1000
Phosphorus
p.p.m.
1800
Microbiological Data
Specification
Typical Value
Total Plate Count
/g
50,000
10,000
Coliforms
/g
Negative
Negative
Yeast
/g max.
50
10
Mould
/g max.
50
10
Salmonella
/25g
Negative
Negative
A MORE DETAILED SPECIFICATION CAN BE AGREED WITH THE CUSTOMER
Taste Appearance
Uniform light colour with characteristic neutral odour and taste.
Packaging
Multi-ply paper sacks with Polyethylene liner, net weight 25kg
Storage
Hold in cool dry store without exposure to sunlight or strong odours and avoid direct contact with walls and floor.
Transport
Powder can be transported in 20 foot containers in 16-17 tonne loads. In a 40 foot container the load is 20-22 tonnes.
Shelf Life
Approximately 12 months from date of production when stored under appropriate conditions.
Applications
Almost completely soluble at pH values below 4 and above 6. Can be easily adjusted to desired pH. The product is lipase free and is heat stable. The almost complete removal of ash results in a non-salty powder, which has widespread usage.