Skimmed Milk Powder (SMP)
Skimmed Milk Powder (SMP) is a spray dried product, obtained from fresh high quality cow’s milk that has been skimmed, pasteurized and concentrated. The characteristics of the powder are determined by the temperature during its concentration process, such as its solubility in cold water, its bulk density and flavour.
SMP can be used in many applications, like: bakery, for (processed) cheese manufacturing, in baby food, confectionery, in products based on reconstituted milk (yoghurt, dairy desserts, ice cream), in chocolates, animal feed etc.
Main composition:
butterfat content of max. 1.5%
moisture content of max. 4%
available in different types:- Low Heat (WPNI > 6 mg/g, most soluble & proteins in purest form) - Medium Heat (WPNI between 1.5 – 5.99 mg/g)- High Heat (WPNI < 1.5 mg/g, least soluble)* WPNI means Whey Protein Nitrogen Index
available qualities:- Standardized/Codex (min. 32.5% of protein in fat free dry matter) or- Non-Standardized (min. 34% of protein in fat free dry matter)
color: white to creamy
available as REGULAR type (dissolves easily in hot or lukewarm water)
available as INSTANT type (besides in hot/lukewarm water, it can be easily dissolved in cold water). It is preferred to use previously-boiled water.
The product has a long shelf life of approx. 24 months from date of manufacture (depending on its packaging) and it should be stored in a cool, dark and dry place (preferably below 25˚C). Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or to strong odours.
PackagingOur SMP is available in 25 kg multi-ply paper bags with poly inner liner, in Big Bags of approx. 1000 kg net weight each and in various sachet sizes.
HS code: 0402.10
Categories
- Dairy
- Dried Milk Products