USDA Ctrl & West Lactose 10/09 11:05

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Lactose - Central and West U.S.

Released on October 09, 2025

Lactose prices rose at the bottom of the range this week, with the lower end of 
the mostly price series also moving higher. Contacts report continued strong 
domestic and international demand, led by active interest from East Asia. 
Output was limited due to production issues, leaving little product available 
on the spot market. Sellers continue to prioritize contract fulfillment, 
keeping the market tone firm. 

Beginning November 1, 2025, this report will be published at 2:30 PM EST/1:30 
PM CST

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: 0.4 - 0.58
Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; Dollars per Pound: 0.44 - 0.48


Information for the period October 6 - 10, 2025, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

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