Skimmed Sweet Whey
Sweet whey is a nutritious dairy ingredient providing protein, lactose, and minerals. Milk allergens and lactose are the principal concerns; people with cow's milk allergy or lactose intolerance must avoid it.
What it is
Skimmed sweet whey is the liquid (or dried) byproduct of cheese production from rennet-coagulated milk, with cream removed.
Protein/lactose source, browning agent, flavor enhancer in baked and processed foods.
Why it's flagged
- Milk allergen
- Contains lactose
What regulators actually say
"Whey is the fluid obtained by separating the coagulum from milk, cream, or skim milk in cheesemaking, and is affirmed as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) under 21 CFR 184.1979."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standard of identity 21 CFR 184.1979 (whey) - GRAS
European Union — EFSA
Standard dairy ingredient; milk listed as mandatory allergen under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011
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