USDA Ctrl & West Lactose 12/24 11:35

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Lactose - Central and West U.S.

Released on December 24, 2025

Lactose prices were largely steady this week, except for a drop at the top end 
of the range. Spot demand is lighter due to the holidays. Inventories remain 
tight with little availability on the spot market. Export demand remains strong.

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: 0.46 - 0.52


Information for the period December 22 - 26, 2025, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

N/A

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