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Benario
Skim Milk Powder (Food Grade) — Low-Fat Dairy Powder for Baking & Drinks
Skim Milk Powder (Food Grade) — Low-Fat Dairy Powder for Baking & Drinks
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$55.00 AUD
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$55.00 AUD
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🥛Food grade dairySkim milk powder
🍞Baking & drinksMilk solids without liquid
📦Packed in Australia500g to 5kg packs
⚠️Contains milkAllergen declaration required
Food Grade Low-Fat Dairy Milk Protein + Lactose ⚠ Contains Milk COA Available
⚠️ Allergen notice — CONTAINS MILK. Skim Milk Powder is made from cow's milk and contains milk proteins and lactose. Finished food products containing this ingredient must declare milk as an allergen where required. Not suitable for people with milk allergy. Not dairy-free, not vegan and not lactose-free.
Benario Skim Milk Powder is a food-grade low-fat dairy powder made from skimmed cow's milk. It provides concentrated milk solids, milk proteins, lactose and natural dairy flavour without adding liquid water to the formulation. It is widely used in baking, breads, biscuits, cakes, confectionery, chocolate, ice cream, desserts, beverages, smoothies, sauces, soups, dry mixes and food manufacturing applications.
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Benario by AuSaMicS Pty Ltd — Australian food ingredient range backed by AuSaMicS sourcing, documentation support and local packing. COA available on request for commercial buyers.
Popular uses
🍞BakeryBread, buns, cakes, biscuits, cookies
🍫ChocolateMilk solids for chocolate and compound coatings
🍦Ice CreamDairy solids for frozen desserts
🥤BeveragesMilk drinks, smoothies, drink powders
🍮DessertsCustards, puddings, mixes and fillings
🥫Sauces & SoupsCreamy body, dairy flavour and texture
Why Benario Skim Milk Powder
- Food-grade skim milk powder — low-fat dairy solids for food formulation
- Provides milk proteins, lactose and natural dairy flavour without adding liquid water
- Useful in bakery to improve browning, flavour, tenderness and structure
- Ideal for chocolate, confectionery, frozen desserts, beverages and dry mixes
- Excellent pantry-stable dairy ingredient for small food businesses and R&D
- Batch COA available on request for commercial and manufacturing use
- Three practical pack sizes: 500g, 1kg and 5kg
Quick reference
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Skim milk powder, non-fat dry milk, dried skim milk, low-fat milk powder, milk solids |
| Source | Cow's milk |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Form | Creamy white to pale yellow powder |
| Typical composition | Milk proteins, lactose, minerals and very low milk fat — confirm by COA |
| Function | Dairy solids, milk protein source, lactose source, flavour and texture ingredient |
| Solubility | Dispersible/soluble in water with mixing; warm water improves reconstitution |
| Allergen | CONTAINS MILK — declaration required |
| Dietary status | Not vegan, not dairy-free, not lactose-free |
| Pack sizes | 500g · 1kg · 5kg |
| Storage | Cool, dry, sealed; protect from moisture and strong odours |
Benario is a trading name/food ingredient brand backed by AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467). This product is supplied as a food ingredient for formulation use. Contains milk. Finished-product allergen declaration, nutrition panel, claims, usage level and label compliance are the buyer’s responsibility.
⚠️ Allergen notice — CONTAINS MILK. If used in any finished food, ensure the label declares milk in the ingredients and allergen summary where required. Keep separate from dairy-free, vegan or milk-free production areas.
Skim Milk Powder is used where concentrated milk solids are needed without adding liquid milk. It can be reconstituted into milk-style drinks, blended into dry mixes or added directly into bakery, confectionery, dessert and savoury formulas.
Typical application guide
| Application | Typical use approach | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Reconstituted skim milk | Approx. 10% powder in water | Adjust to target solids, flavour and protein level |
| Bread / bakery dough | 2 – 8% of flour weight | Improves colour, flavour, tenderness and crust browning |
| Cakes / biscuits / cookies | 2 – 10% | Adds dairy flavour, protein, lactose and browning support |
| Chocolate / confectionery | 5 – 25% | Milk solids and dairy flavour in suitable formulations |
| Ice cream / frozen desserts | Formula-specific | Used to increase milk solids-not-fat and improve body |
| Drink powders / smoothies | 5 – 30% | Provides dairy body, protein and milk flavour |
| Soups / sauces | 1 – 8% | Adds creaminess, opacity and dairy notes |
💡 Reconstitution tip: For smoother results, disperse Skim Milk Powder into warm water while mixing. Add powder gradually to avoid clumping, then allow time for full hydration before final processing.
Skim milk powder vs related dairy ingredients
| Ingredient | Main role | Key difference |
|---|---|---|
| Skim Milk Powder | Low-fat dairy solids | Milk proteins + lactose with very low fat |
| Whole Milk Powder | Fuller dairy flavour and fat | Higher fat, richer taste, shorter opened shelf life |
| Whey Powder | Whey solids / protein and lactose | Different protein profile; not the same as milk powder |
| Milk Protein Concentrate | High protein fortification | Higher protein, lower lactose depending on grade |
| Lactose Powder | Milk sugar / bulking agent | No full milk protein system; still contains milk allergen risk |
Tips for use
- For reconstitution, add powder to water gradually with mixing rather than dumping all at once
- Warm water improves wetting and reduces clumping
- For dry blends, pre-mix with sugar, flour, cocoa or carrier powders for even distribution
- In bakery, skim milk powder contributes lactose and proteins that support browning and flavour
- In chocolate and confectionery, test particle size, flavour and mouthfeel in the final formula
- In ice cream and frozen desserts, balance total milk solids, sweetness and stabiliser system
- Always declare milk allergen in finished products where required
Storage
- Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place
- Protect from moisture to prevent clumping and loss of flow
- Keep away from strong odours — dairy powders can absorb surrounding aromas
- Use clean, dry utensils only
- Close container immediately after use
- After reconstitution, treat as fresh milk and keep refrigerated
Usage levels are indicative only and depend on formulation, target milk solids, protein level, sweetness, fat system and finished-product category. Contains milk. Finished-product testing and labelling are the buyer’s responsibility.
⚠️ Specification allergen status — CONTAINS MILK. Skim Milk Powder is cow’s milk-derived and contains milk proteins and lactose. Do not use in products marketed as dairy-free, milk-free, lactose-free or vegan.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification / typical detail |
|---|---|
| Product name | Skim Milk Powder |
| Ingredient type | Dried skim milk / non-fat dry milk |
| Source | Cow's milk |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Appearance | Creamy white to pale yellow powder |
| Odour / taste | Clean dairy odour and mild milk flavour |
| Fat | Low fat / skim specification — see COA |
| Protein | Batch-specific — see COA |
| Lactose | Present — batch-specific |
| Moisture | Batch-specific — see COA |
| Ash / minerals | Batch-specific — see COA |
| Solubility / scorched particles | Batch-specific — see COA if tested |
| Microbiology | Batch-specific — see COA |
| Allergen | CONTAINS MILK |
| GMO / halal / kosher status | Batch-specific — request documentation before making claims |
Pack sizes
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 500g | Home baking, R&D, recipe trials and small food businesses |
| 1kg | Regular bakery, beverage, dessert and dry-mix formulation |
| 5kg | Food manufacturers, chocolate makers, bakeries and frequent users |
Label and declaration reference
| Use case | Possible declaration style | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredient list | Skim milk powder | Use exact ingredient name where appropriate |
| Allergen summary | Contains milk | Required where allergen declaration applies |
| Dairy claim | Contains dairy / milk-derived | Useful for customer clarity |
| Claims to avoid | Dairy-free, milk-free, lactose-free, vegan | Not suitable claims for skim milk powder |
COA available on request — info@benario.com.au
Specifications represent typical information for food-grade Skim Milk Powder. Batch-specific protein, lactose, fat, moisture, microbiology, country of origin and claim-support documents must be confirmed by Certificate of Analysis and supplier documentation.
⚠️ ALLERGEN — CONTAINS MILK. This product contains cow’s milk proteins and lactose. People with milk allergy must avoid this product. Lactose-intolerant individuals should also be advised that lactose is present.
Skim Milk Powder is a food-grade dairy ingredient with low hazard under normal food-ingredient handling. The main safety considerations are milk allergen management, dust control, moisture protection, hygienic handling and refrigeration after reconstitution.
Key safety points
- Food-grade dairy ingredient for formulation and manufacturing use
- CONTAINS MILK — allergen declaration required where applicable
- Not suitable for people with milk allergy
- Contains lactose — not suitable for lactose-free claims
- Avoid inhaling dust during weighing, blending or filling
- Use hygienic handling to prevent contamination after opening
- Reconstituted milk must be handled like fresh dairy and refrigerated
First aid
| Route | Action |
|---|---|
| Skin contact | Wash with soap and water. Seek advice if irritation persists. |
| Eye contact | Rinse carefully with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation | Move to fresh air. Dust may cause respiratory irritation. Seek advice if symptoms persist. |
| Ingestion | Food ingredient. People with milk allergy should seek medical advice if exposed or symptoms occur. |
GHS classification
| Hazard category | Classification / note |
|---|---|
| Physical hazards | Not classified under normal dry food-ingredient handling |
| Health hazards | Milk allergen concern; dust may cause mechanical irritation |
| Environmental hazards | Not expected to be classified at typical food ingredient quantities |
| Signal word | Not required for standard food ingredient handling; allergen warning applies |
Handling
- Use in a clean, dry, well-ventilated area
- Avoid creating airborne dust
- Wear gloves and eye protection for commercial handling
- Keep container tightly closed when not in use
- Prevent cross-contact with dairy-free or milk-free products
- Clean spills with dry methods where possible; sanitise food-contact surfaces
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 accepts no liability for misuse, allergen cross-contact, non-compliant labelling, unsupported claims or incorrect handling after reconstitution.
⚠️ FAQ allergen reminder — CONTAINS MILK. Skim Milk Powder is not suitable for dairy-free, milk-free, lactose-free or vegan products. Finished labels should clearly declare milk where required.
Frequently asked questions
Skim Milk Powder is used in baking, breads, cakes, biscuits, chocolate, confectionery, ice cream, desserts, beverages, smoothies, dry mixes, soups, sauces and food manufacturing where low-fat dairy solids are needed without adding liquid milk.
Yes. Skim Milk Powder is made from cow's milk and must be treated as containing milk. Finished products containing it should declare milk in the ingredient list and allergen summary where required.
No. Skim Milk Powder naturally contains lactose. It should not be used in products marketed as lactose-free unless the finished product has been specially processed and verified by appropriate testing and regulatory review.
No. Skim Milk Powder contains the full skim milk solids system, including casein proteins, whey proteins, lactose and minerals. Whey powder is a different dairy ingredient from cheese-making and has a different protein and flavour profile.
A common starting point is around 10% powder in water, then adjust to your target milk solids, flavour and protein level. Add powder gradually with mixing, preferably into warm water, and allow time for full hydration.
Yes. Skim Milk Powder is commonly used as a low-fat dairy solids ingredient in chocolate, compound coatings, ice cream, frozen desserts and confectionery. Test the final formula for flavour, texture, particle size, sweetness and milk solids balance.
The 500g pack is best for home baking, R&D and trial batches. The 1kg pack suits regular bakery, beverage and dessert use. The 5kg pack is best for food manufacturers, chocolate makers, bakeries and frequent users.
Have a question not answered here? Contact us at info@benario.com.au — we typically respond within 1 business day.
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