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Dry Whole Milk & Whole Milk Powder
Product Definition

Dry whole milk and whole milk powder refer to U.S. Food and Drug Administration and CODEX Alimentarius-defined terms respectively. Dry whole milk must contain between 26% and 40% milkfat (by weight) on an “as is’’ basis and not more than 5.0% moisture (by weight) on a milk-solids-notfat (MSNF) basis. Whole milk powder can contain between 26% and 42% milkfat and the protein level can be adjusted to a minimum of 34% in MSNF.
Typical Applications
For bakery, confectionery, dairy, prepared mixes, sauces, and soups as:
- An economical source of dairy solids, including milkfat
 - A convenient form of nutritious milk that doesn't require refrigeration, and is easily reconstituted
 - An easily transported and stored dairy ingredient
 
| Typical Composition | |
|---|---|
| Protein | 24.5% - 27.0% | 
| Lactose | 36.0% - 38.5% | 
| Fat | 26.0% - 40.0% | 
| Ash | 5.5% - 6.5% | 
| Moisture | 2.0% - 4.5% | 
Physical and Chemical Aspects
| Typical Microbiological Analysis: | |
|---|---|
| Standard plate count | <10,000CFU/g* | 
| Coliform | 10/g max. | 
| E.coli | Negative | 
| Salmonella | Negative | 
| Listeria | Negative | 
| Coagulase-positive staphylococci | Negative | 
| Other Characteristics: | |
|---|---|
| Scorched particle content | 7.5 - 15.0mg (spray-dried) 22.5mg (roller-dried) | 
| Titratable acidity | 0.15% (max.) | 
| Solubility index | 1.0 ml (spray-dried) 15.0 ml (roller-dried)  | 
| Color | White to light cream color | 
| Flavor | Clean, pleasing dairy flavor | 
*Extra Grade
Packaging
Stitched or glued, multiwall kraft bag with polyethylene inner liner. No staples or metal fasteners. Also available in plastic-lined corrugated paperboard or aluminum tote bins.
Storage
Ship and store in a cool, dry environment at temperatures less than 27ºC and relative humidity less than 65%. Use within 6 - 9 months. Note that storage life is very dependent on storage conditions and this figure is only a guide. Milkfat is susceptible to oxidative reactions that are accelerated by increased temperature. Flavor quality, in particular, is impaired if temperatures are too high and storage is extended.