USDA National Casein Review 07/09 13:35

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Casein - U.S.

Released on July 09, 2026

The price range for acid casein increased this week as manufacturers shifted 
into Q3 quarterly contracts. Spot demand is seasonally light in Oceania. Spot 
loads are available, but inventories are not excessive. Milk output is light in 
Oceania, limiting acid casein production. Plant managers are primarily 
producing acid casein to meet contractual obligations.

Prices for rennet casein increased across the range this week. Manufacturers 
have shifted into Q3 contracts, pushing prices up from previous weeks. Demand 
is softening in Europe, but interest from purchases in other regions is 
unchanged. Milk output is seasonally declining in Europe, causing some plant 
managers to reduce their rennet casein production. Contacts say inventories 
remain tight.

Prices for: Spot Sales And Up to 3 Month Contracts, Free on Board - Warehouse, 
Non-Restricted, All Mesh Sizes, Edible Casein

Acid; Price Range - Dollars per Pound:       4.3-4.9
Rennet; Price Range - Dollars per Pound:     4.4-5.6


Information for the period July 6 - 10, 2026, issued weekly

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