Permeate
Permeate is a lactose-rich co-product produced through the removal of protein and other solids from fresh whey or milk. Milk permeate is produced through membrane filtration of milk. Whey permeate is a co-product of whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate manufacturing.
Permeate is a rich source of lactose and is a versatile ingredient in food and fermentation applications. With a high amount of lactose, permeate is a suitable substrate for fermentation. In food and beverage applications, permeate can contribute to the functionality, nutritional benefits, and add a well-balanced, neutral taste.
Permeate can be used as a cost-effective ingredient for added browning and flavor in baked goods. Researchers have discovered the salty characteristics of permeate make it ideal to replace or reduce salt in formulations such as soups.
Agropur offers three branded permeate products in spray-dried powder form: Crino® deproteinized whey, Crino premium deproteinized whey, and Crino permeate.
Applications
- Source of dairy solids in Snacks
- Source of dairy solids in Confectionery
- Source of dairy solids and bulking agent in Dry mixes
- Browning, flavor and salt reduction in Baked goods
- Standardizing agent in Dairy products
- Flavor potentiator and bulking agent for Soups and sauces
Benefits
- Brightens and preserves color
- Browning agent
- Bulking agent
- Clean, sweet dairy flavor
- Cost-effective method for sodium reduction
- Suitable for blending and mixing
Crino Deproteinized Whey
Agropur’s Deproteinized Whey is a functional dairy ingredient manufactured by membrane filtration of fresh sweet whey. It can provide flavor enhancement across a broad spectrum of food and nutrition products. This affordable dairy ingredient enables significant cost savings in a variety of formulations. Within the dairy industry, deproteinized whey is often called whey permeate and currently appears on many ingredient labels under terms such as dairy solids or dairy powder according to regulations within a country.
Crino Premium Deproteinized Whey
Agropur is the world’s leading producer of whey protein using ion exchange separation. Premium Deproteinized Whey (PDPW) is the co-product of Agropur’s ion exchange whey protein isolate. This unique process results in a highly functional whey permeate that’s higher in protein content than membrane-derived permeates. This also results in reliability and a high-quality ingredient. PDPW provides moist and chewy texture in baked goods, and an improved performance in ready-to-mix and ready-to-drink beverage applications.
Crino Permeate
Crino Permeate is a high-lactose dairy ingredient produced through the removal of protein and minerals from sweet dairy whey. Manufactured in our Canadian facilities, this reduced-minerals whey permeate may be used as a bulking agent in food applications without creating an excessively salty taste.
