USDA Ctrl & West Lactose 02/05 11:30

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Lactose - Central and West U.S.

Released on February 05, 2026

Lactose prices held steady week-over-week but remain well above levels at this 
time last year. Domestic and international demand is strong, while inventories 
are tight and difficult to source. Production is focused on existing contracts, 
leaving little spot availability. Output is steady, but limited supply 
conditions are expected to persist.

Prices for: Central/West US, Spot Sales And Up to 3 Month Contracts, F.O.B., 
N/A, Edible Lactose
Price Range - Non Pharmaceutical; Dollars per Pound: 0.4475 - 0.63
Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; Dollars per Pound: 0.49 - 0.53


Information for the period February 2 - 6, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

N/A

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