Sweet whey powder is a dairy ingredient obtained by drying the whey that separates during cheese production. It carries lactose, soluble milk proteins and milk minerals, and it functions as a bulking agent, carrier and mild flavour contributor in baked goods, confectionery, dairy blends and beverages. As a member of the dairy category, it also appears under names such as whey powder or sweet whey solids. It has no E-number because it is a food ingredient rather than an additive, and it is covered by Reg. 853/2004 and Reg. 37/2010.
Manufacturers use sweet whey powder where a clean dairy note and economical solids are wanted, often in ice cream, recombined milk, sauces, snack seasonings and processed cheese. It is a free-flowing powder that dissolves readily in water, though it can cake in humid conditions, so keep it dry and sealed. It is hygroscopic and heat-sensitive, and its lactose content may cause browning in high-heat processes. Handle as a bulk dairy powder with standard allergen controls.
| Appearance | Cream to light yellow powder |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
| Storage | Cool, dry place |
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| TPC | <50k CFU/g |
| Salmonella/25g | Per specification |
| Melamine | <2.5mg/kg |
| Antibiotics (Reg.37/2010) | Per specification |
QC requirements shown apply to every destination or to the EU. Lot-specific results (assay, moisture, pH, microbiological and heavy-metal testing) vary by production batch and are supplied on the Certificate of Analysis for each shipment.
Yes. Every shipment of Sweet Whey Powder comes with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis. If you need further documents, such as an allergen or GMO declaration or a certificate of origin, tell us at the enquiry stage and we will confirm what is available.
Storage: Cool, dry place. Shelf life: 24 months, unopened.
The certifications associated with Sweet Whey Powder include FSSC 22000 / BRC, CNAS CoA, Melamine test. Tell us which certification your audit requires and we will confirm what can be provided before you order.
In most cases, yes. Tell us your target volume and application on the contact form and we'll confirm sample availability along with indicative pricing and lead time.