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Whey is a by-product of cheese or casein production. There are 3 kinds of whey, depending on the coagulation method used and the type of cheese: standard, sweet or acid whey. The transformation of liquid whey into whey powder requires several steps: concentration, crystallization and drying. Lactose crystallization is an essential step in obtaining high-quality whey.

Processed in our various sites in Europe, the UK, Turkey and the USA, we offer a range of whey origins to best meet customer demand.

Pioneer in whey drying since the 70s, LACTALIS Ingredients has developed a unique technology to optimize crystallization of the lactose contained in whey. Flowhey® by LACTALIS Ingredients is a range of free-flowing whey powders that can enhance numerous applications, including dairy products, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate, bakery and pastries, and ice cream.

Characteristics

High fluidity and non-hygroscopic whey
Heat-stable
Export quality
Kosher / Halal / Vegetarian certified

Flowhey® High Fluidity Whey powder

Our Flowhey® whey powders are easy to export thanks to their low caking and browning properties whatever the storage conditions. Our powders improve companies’ productivity as Flowhey® bags empty 2 to 3 times faster than standard whey powders bags. The powder also can be preserved for a longer time, and promote a cleaner working environment, as Flowhey® powders generate less dust than standard powders.

Flowhey® for sweetened condensed milk

Our Flowhey® sweet whey powders perfectly fit for sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk. Their heat stable properties prevent from jellifying risks during the production of sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk. Flowhey® heat stable sweet whey powder provides a consistent and homogeneous texture. Its non-maillardize property helps to keep a creamy color.

Flowhey® for chocolate

Our Flowhey® powders are an economical alternative to skimmed milk powder for chocolate applications as they are a source of lactose and work as bulking agents, which reduces costs for chocolate manufacturers. Flowhey® whey powders can be Kosher certified.

Flowhey® for biscuits

Flowhey® sweet whey powder is often part of biscuits ingredients list as lactose carrier but not only. Its balanced sweet and salty taste is especially appreciated in wafer fillings. Easy to mix with other ingredients in powder or liquid shape, Flowhey® fits into many different kind of biscuits recipes.