Whey Permeate

Whey Permeate is a homogeneous, free-flowing powder manufactured from the ingredient portion which remains after the ultra filtration of fresh fluid whey coming from mostly white cheese. It is white to light cream to cream in color with a bland odor and flavor it has a slightly higher lactose content and lower protein content than sweet whey.

Physical & Chemical Specifications:

Protein (as is)            3.0% min
Fat                              1.25% max
Ash                             11.0% max
Moisture                     5.0% max
Lactose                       82.0% min
pH (10% solution)     6.1
Titratable acidity        0.15% max

Microbiological Specifications:
Standard plate count         50000 cfu/g max
Coliform 10/g                    <10 cfu/g
Yeast 30/g                         <30 cfu/g
Mold 30/g                          <30 cfu/g
Scorched Particles             <15 mg
Staphylococcus                  10 cfu/g max
E. Coli                                 10 cfu/g max
Salmonella                         Negative 

Shelf Life:
12 months under optimal storage conditions.

Packaging:
20 or 25kg bags Kraft paper multi-wall with inner polyethylene liner.