USDA Ctrl & West Lactose 11/13 13:20

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Lactose - Central and West U.S.

Released on November 13, 2025

Lactose prices held steady across the full price range this week, while the top 
of the mostly series moved higher. Export demand remained strong and active, 
with Southeast Asia continuing to drive consistent interest. Domestic buying 
stayed stable, if not slightly stronger, as regular users maintained steady 
order patterns. Production and volumes tracked closely with the past several 
weeks, keeping spot availability tight and overall market conditions firm.

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 - 0.56
Mostly Range - Non Pharmaceutical; Dollars per Pound: 0.45 - 0.5


Information for the period November 10 - 14, 2025, issued weekly

Secondary Sourced Information:

N/A

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