Whey Protein Concentrate refers to a form of proteins extracted from whey, a byproduct of cheese production.
Description of raw materials used in production.
- The primary raw material for whey protein concentrate is whey itself, which is separated during cheese production when casein coagulates.
Step-by-step summary of the industrial chemical synthesis process.
- During cheese-making, milk curdles and whey separates from the casein.
- The liquid whey is then filtered to remove any fats and lactose.
- The filtered whey undergoes ultrafiltration to concentrate the proteins.
- The resulting product can be dried to produce a whey protein concentrate powder.
Once dried, whey protein concentrate appears as a fine powder that is white or cream-colored.
Commercial applications.
Whey protein concentrate is widely used in dietary supplements, protein drinks, protein bars, and other food products. It's also used in animal feeds and some industrial applications.