Hoogwegt U.S., Inc.
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Buttermilk Powder

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Buttermilk Powder

Note: This is a standard product specification. Variations to the standard are available upon request.

Product Definition:

Buttermilk Powder is obtained by drying liquid buttermilk that was derived from the churning of butter and pasteurized prior to condensing. Buttermilk Powder has a protein content of not less than 30.0%. It may not contain, or be derived from, nonfat dry milk, dry whey, or products other than buttermilk, and contains no added preservative, neutralizing agent, or other chemical.

Typical Compositional Range1:

  •  
  • Protein2
  • Lactose
  • Fat2
  • Ash
  • Moisture2
  • %
  • ≥30.0 - 33.0
  • 46.5 - 49.0
  • 4.5 - 7.0
  • 8.3 - 8.8
  • 3.0 - 4.0

Microbiological Analysis:

  •  
  • Standard Plate Count2
  • Coliform
  • Salmonella
  • Listeria
  • Coagulase-positive Staphylococci
  •  
  • ≤20,000/g
  • ≤10/g
  • negative by test
  • negative by test
  • negative by test

Other Characteristics:

  • Scorched Particle Content2
  • Titratable Acidity2
  • Solubility Index2
  •  
  • Color
  • Flavor
  • 7.5 - 15.0 mg
  • 0.10 - 0.18%
  • ≤1.25 ml-spray process
    ≤15.0 ml-roller process
  • Uniform cream to dark cream
  • Clean, pleasing

Ingredient Statement:

"Buttermilk Powder"

Product Applications and Functionality:

Bakery products, frozen desserts, prepared dry mixes, beverages, cheese products, frozen foods, dairy products, salad dressings, snack foods

Storage and Shipping:

Product should be stored and shipped in a cool, dry environment with temperatures below 80°F and relative humidities below 65%. Stocks should be rotated and utilized within 6 - 9 months.

Packaging:

Multiwall kraft bags with polyethylene inner liner or other approved closed container - i.e., "tote bins," etc.


1. On an "as is" basis"

2. USDA Grade Parameters (7 CFR §58.2654)