USDA Ctrl & West Lactose 04/16 12:05

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Lactose - Central and West U.S.

Released on April 16, 2026

Lactose prices were mostly steady this week, apart from a decrease at the lower 
end of the range. Reported price activity was lighter, partly due to an 
industry event. A few contacts noted reduced activity and fewer shipments, with 
some spot load availability. Production remains steady, but tight inventories 
continue to limit overall availability. Interest in Q3 sales remains strong, 
and demand is firm in both domestic and international markets. The market tone 
remains steady.

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: 0.35 - 0.66
Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; Dollars per Pound: 0.51 - 0.59


Information for the period April 13 - 17, 2026, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

N/A

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