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Lactose Powder (Food Grade) — Pure Milk Sugar for Food & Nutrition
Lactose Powder (Food Grade) — Pure Milk Sugar for Food & Nutrition
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🔬Lab-tested≥99.0% purity
📦Packed in AustraliaSame-week dispatch
🍼Food gradeFSANZ & FCC compliant
⚠️Contains milkAllergen declaration required
Food Grade ≥99.0% Pure ⚠ Contains Milk FSANZ Approved COA Available
⚠️ Allergen notice — CONTAINS MILK. Lactose is derived from cow's milk whey. Under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3, all finished food products containing Lactose must declare milk as an allergen on the label. Not suitable for people with milk allergy.
Lactose is the naturally occurring sugar found in milk — a disaccharide composed of glucose and galactose. Food-grade Lactose powder is used as a bulking agent, flavour carrier, sweetener, fermentation substrate and excipient across a wide range of food and nutritional applications. Approximately 20% as sweet as sucrose with a mild, clean dairy flavour. Essential in infant formula, confectionery, bakery products, flavour systems, fermented dairy cultures and nutritional blends.
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Backed by AuSaMicS Pty Ltd — Australian manufacturer and supplier of food-grade ingredients trusted by 500+ Australian businesses. Every batch lab-tested before dispatch.
Popular uses
🍼Infant FormulaPrimary carbohydrate source in infant formula
🍬ConfectioneryChocolate, caramel, milk sweets, toffee
🎂BakingBrowning agent, flavour carrier, moisture retention
🧪FermentationSubstrate for lactic acid bacteria, yoghurt cultures
💊NutraceuticalsTablet excipient, powder blend carrier, capsule filler
🏭Food ManufacturingBulking agent, flavour carrier, flow improver
Why Benario Lactose
- Food grade ≥99.0% purity — FSANZ permitted food ingredient
- Lab-tested purity — Certificate of Analysis available on request
- Mild dairy sweetness (~20% vs sucrose) — clean flavour with no off-notes
- Low hygroscopicity — excellent flow and handling properties in dry applications
- Maillard reaction participant — contributes to browning and flavour development in baking
- Packed in Australia — quality-checked before every dispatch
- Three sizes: 1kg, 2.5kg and 5kg
Quick reference
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Milk sugar, D-lactose monohydrate, β-lactose, 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-D-glucose |
| CAS number | 5989-81-1 |
| Source | Cow's milk whey (dairy-derived) |
| Form | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Sweetness vs sucrose | ~20% (mild dairy sweetness) |
| Hygroscopicity | Low — good flow and handling |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (19g/100mL at 25°C) |
| Allergen | CONTAINS MILK — mandatory label declaration |
| Pack sizes | 1kg · 2.5kg · 5kg |
| Shelf life | 24 months (sealed, cool & dry) |
| Standard | FSANZ permitted food ingredient, FCC |
Benario is a trading name of AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467). This product is intended for use as a food ingredient. Contains milk — allergen declaration mandatory under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3 in all finished products. This product is not a therapeutic good.
Lactose is used across a wide range of food applications — from confectionery and baking through to fermentation substrates and flavour carriers. Its mild sweetness, low hygroscopicity and excellent flavour-carrying properties make it uniquely versatile.
Recommended usage levels
| Application | Usage level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate / confectionery | 5 – 20% | Milk solids replacement, sweetness and body |
| Baked goods | 2 – 10% | Promotes Maillard browning; moisture retention |
| Infant formula / nutritional blends | As per formulation spec | Primary carbohydrate — regulatory compliance required |
| Lactic acid bacteria fermentation | 1 – 5% | Fermentation substrate for yoghurt and cheese cultures |
| Tablet / capsule excipient | 10 – 70% | Excellent compressibility and flow properties |
| Flavour carrier / dry blend | 5 – 30% | Absorbs and carries volatile flavour compounds |
| Caramel / toffee | 5 – 15% | Contributes to Maillard colour and dairy flavour |
| Sauce / seasoning powder | 5 – 20% | Bulking agent and mild flavour enhancer |
Lactose vs other carbohydrate ingredients
| Ingredient | Sweetness vs sucrose | Hygroscopicity | Maillard browning | Fermentable by yeast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lactose (milk sugar) | ~20% | Low | Yes — dairy-caramel | No (standard yeast) |
| Dextrose (glucose) | ~75% | Medium | Yes — fast | Yes — 100% |
| Sucrose (table sugar) | 100% | Low | Yes — standard | Yes (inverted first) |
| Maltodextrin | ~15% | Medium–High | Limited | Partial |
💡 Formulation tip: Lactose is one of the best flavour carriers available — its crystalline structure physically traps volatile flavour compounds, protecting them during processing and releasing them during consumption. This makes it ideal as a carrier in spray-dried and encapsulated flavour systems. In baking, Lactose undergoes the Maillard reaction faster than sucrose, contributing to deeper browning and a richer, more complex flavour at lower concentrations. Note: Lactose must be declared as a milk allergen on all finished product labels in Australia.
Tips for use
- Dissolve in warm water (above 38°C) for faster dissolution — solubility increases significantly with temperature
- In dry blends, Lactose acts as an excellent carrier for spray-dried flavours and vitamins
- Low hygroscopicity makes it ideal for tablet compression and dry powder applications
- Not fermentable by standard brewing yeasts — residual Lactose adds body and mouthfeel to stouts and milk beers
- Always declare as milk allergen on finished product labels — mandatory under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3
⚠️ Mandatory allergen labelling: All finished food products containing this ingredient must declare "Contains milk" on the label under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3. Ensure your product labelling complies before going to market.
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture
- Keep container tightly sealed — low hygroscopicity but moisture will cause caking over time
- Shelf life: 24 months from manufacture date when stored correctly
- Keep away from strong oxidising agents
Usage levels are indicative. Always comply with applicable FSANZ food standards. Allergen labelling is mandatory. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for use outside recommended guidelines or for non-compliant labelling.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | 4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucose monohydrate |
| CAS number | 5989-81-1 |
| Molecular formula | C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁·H₂O |
| Molecular weight | 360.31 g/mol |
| Source | Cow's milk whey (dairy-derived) |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Assay (purity) | ≥ 99.0% (on dried basis) |
| Specific rotation [α]D²⁰ | +54.4° to +55.9° |
| Water content | 4.5 – 5.5% (as monohydrate) |
| pH (10% solution) | 4.0 – 6.5 |
| Acidity (as lactic acid) | ≤ 0.15% |
| Sulphated ash | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Allergen | CONTAINS MILK — mandatory declaration |
| Applicable standard | FSANZ Food Standards Code, FCC 12th Ed., Ph.Eur. 10.0 |
International status
| Market | Code / Name | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia / NZ (FSANZ) | Permitted food ingredient — no E number required | Approved |
| European Union | No E number — natural food ingredient | Approved |
| United States (FDA) | GRAS — Generally Recognised as Safe | Approved |
| Ph.Eur. / USP | Pharmacopoeial grade available | Confirmed |
| Note | Contains milk — must be declared as allergen on food labels | ⚠️ Required |
Pack sizes & pricing
| Size | Price (AUD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1kg | $14.90 | Home use, R&D, testing |
| 2.5kg | $27.90 | Regular commercial use |
| 5kg | $44.90 | Food manufacturers, bulk buyers |
COA available on request — info@benario.com.au
Specifications represent typical values. Batch-specific results confirmed in COA. Contains milk — allergen declaration mandatory in finished products.
Lactose is a naturally occurring milk sugar with an excellent safety profile for non-allergic individuals. The critical safety consideration is allergen management — Lactose is a milk-derived ingredient and mandatory allergen declaration applies.
⚠️ ALLERGEN — CONTAINS MILK. Lactose is derived from cow's milk whey. Under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3, all food products containing this ingredient must declare milk as an allergen. People with milk allergy must avoid this product. Lactose intolerant individuals should also be advised.
Key safety points
- FSANZ permitted food ingredient — natural milk sugar with extensive safety record
- CONTAINS MILK — mandatory allergen declaration on all finished product labels (FSANZ 1.2.3)
- Not suitable for people with milk allergy
- People with lactose intolerance (enzyme deficiency) should be advised on finished product labels
- Gluten-free; suitable for vegetarians; not suitable for vegans (dairy-derived)
- No significant physical or chemical hazards at food-grade handling quantities
First aid
| Route | Action |
|---|---|
| Skin contact | Wash with water. No significant risk. |
| Eye contact | Rinse with clean water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. |
| Ingestion | Food-grade ingredient — no significant risk for non-allergic individuals. People with milk allergy: seek immediate medical advice. |
| Inhalation | Move to fresh air. Dust may cause respiratory irritation. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist. |
GHS classification
| Hazard category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Physical hazards | Not classified |
| Health hazards | May cause allergic reaction in people with milk allergy |
| Environmental hazards | Not classified |
| Signal word | Warning (allergen) |
Full SDS available on request — info@benario.com.au
This is a general safety summary only. For commercial use, request the full SDS. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467) accepts no liability for misuse of this product or for non-compliant allergen labelling in finished products.
Frequently asked questions
Lactose is used as a bulking agent to add volume without strong sweetness, as a flavour carrier in dry seasoning and flavour systems, as a fermentation substrate for lactic acid bacteria cultures, as an excipient in tablet and capsule manufacture, and as a browning agent in baked goods and confectionery. It is also the primary carbohydrate source in most infant formula products.
Yes. Lactose is derived from cow's milk and must be declared as a milk allergen on all Australian food product labels under FSANZ Standard 1.2.3. The declaration is required regardless of the quantity used. Typical label statement: "Contains milk." People with milk allergy must avoid products containing Lactose. People with lactose intolerance (enzyme deficiency, not allergy) should also be advised.
Lactose is approximately 20% as sweet as sucrose (table sugar). It has a very mild, clean dairy sweetness with no bitter or sour aftertaste. It is not used as a primary sweetener but contributes background sweetness and body in dairy-flavoured products, confectionery and baked goods.
Lactose is a disaccharide (glucose + galactose) with mild sweetness (~20% vs sucrose), low hygroscopicity and excellent flavour-carrying properties. Dextrose is a monosaccharide (glucose) that is ~75% as sweet as sucrose, 100% fermentable by most yeasts, and has higher hygroscopicity. Lactose is not fermentable by standard brewing yeasts. Both contribute to Maillard browning but Lactose does so more slowly and with a distinct dairy-caramel flavour note.
Food-grade Lactose meets FSANZ and FCC standards for purity and safety. Pharmaceutical-grade Lactose (Ph.Eur. or USP) meets additional stringent requirements for particle size, compressibility and microbial limits for use as a tablet or capsule excipient. For nutraceutical tablet manufacture, pharmaceutical-grade is recommended. For general food applications, food-grade is appropriate.
Yes. Email info@benario.com.au with your order number for a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis including assay, moisture, heavy metals and identity confirmation.
The 1kg pack suits home bakers, R&D testing and small-scale production. The 2.5kg and 5kg are best value for regular commercial use, food manufacturers and fermentation facilities.
Have a question not answered here? Contact us at info@benario.com.au — we typically respond within 1 business day.
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