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Whey Powder

Also known as: powdered whey, milk whey powder

Low concern

Dairy-derived ingredient. Contains milk allergen and lactose; subject to FDA major-allergen labeling under FALCPA.

Found in

10,050 products

What it is

Dried product from whey, the liquid byproduct of cheesemaking, composed primarily of lactose, whey proteins, and minerals.

Protein fortification, browning, flavor, texture in bakery and confectionery.

Why it's flagged

Milk allergen
Lactose intolerance

What regulators actually say

"The nine major food allergens identified by law are milk, eggs, fish, Crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame"

FDA — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS dairy ingredient; major allergen

European Union — EFSA

Authorised food; allergen labeling under Regulation 1169/2011

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