Description
Lactose is a loose, fine powder with a light yellow color. It is a natural milk sugar. The product goes through a series of washing stages to separate the lactose from proteins, minerals and residues. It is then crystallized and crushed.
Lactose is a source of calories and sugars. Food lactose also has functional properties – it often acts as a texture and flavor enhancer and an emulsifier. Lactose is also hygroscopic, which is why it is often used in products that require maintaining the appropriate moisture.
Salsal Trading SA offers various types of lactose suitable for many applications.
| Physical and chemical characteristics | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein content | <0.3% |
| pH | 5.5 – 7.5 |
| Fat content | <0.3% |
| Water content | 0.3% |
| Energy | 1585 kJ / 379 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 95g |
| Protein | 0g |
| Salt | 0.51g |
| Yeasts and molds | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
| Enterobacteriaceae | <10 cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Absent |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Absent |
The average shelf life of lactose is 24 months. The product should be stored in a dry place at a maximum temperature of 30°C.
Salsal Trading SA offers lactose in 25 kg bags and Big Bags.
The product is one of the best dairy ingredients that is used in food products, due to its great flavor and aroma enhancing properties. It can be used in the production of cakes, confectionery, chocolate, bread, meat industry and dietary nutrition. Lactose is also found in baby food. Its presence in the product enables the fermentation process of yogurts, kefirs and other drinks.
In the pharmaceutical industry, the load-bearing properties of lactose play a key role in tablet production. It is also used as a binder that allows for even distribution of the active ingredient in tablets.
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