Product/Service

Fieldgate Whey Protein Concentrate

Source: First District Association
Uses for Fieldgate Whey Protein Concentrate include: cheese sauce, processed cheese, cream cheese, ice cream, yogurt, beverages, feed industry.
Fieldgate Whey Protein Concentrate can be produced with a protein percent between 23 and 55% (major product: 35%). Uses for Fieldgate Whey Protein Concentrate include: cheese sauce, processed cheese, cream cheese, ice cream, yogurt, beverages, feed industry.

Analytical Data:
 

TEST

TYPICAL

SPECIFICATION

Protein (Dry Basis)

Custom levels of protein are available from 23% to 55%

Moisture

3.5%

4.0 % Maximum

Carbohydrate

52.0%

  

Fat

4.0%

5.0 % Maximum

Minerals (Ash)

7.3%

8.0 % Maximum

pH

6.3

5.8 - 6.8

Scorched Particles

Disc A (7.5 mg/25mg)

Disc B (15.0 mg/25g) Max.

Color

White

Light Cream

Flavor

Clean, with no objectionable flavor

  
     

MICROBIOLOGICAL

Salmonella

Negative

Negative

Standard Plate Count

<5,000 / gram

50,000 / gram Maximum

Coliform

<10 / gram

10 / gram Maximum

Yeast

<10 / gram

<30 / gram Maximum

Mold

<10 / gram

<30 / gram Maximum
 

Advantages:

  • High protein efficiency ratio
  • Bland flavor
  • High solubility in water
    
     

Packaging: 50 lb bag.
     

Shelf Life / Storage Conditions: It is recommended to store 35% WPC in a clean, cool (<80df), low humidity (<65% RH) environment for maximum shelf life. Stocks should be rotated and consumed within 12 months.
     

Note: Component Testing Procedures - AOAC Methods 15th Edition Microbiological Testing Procedures - Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products, FDA Bacterial Analytical Manual.

First District Association, 101 S. Swift Avenue, Litchfield, MI 55355. Tel: 320-693-3236; Fax: 320-693-6708.