USDA National Casein Review 05/21 13:20

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Casein - U.S.

Released on May 21, 2026

Acid casein prices are unchanged across the range this week, but some contacts 
say they are getting quotes for prices up to the $4.70s. Demand for acid casein 
is steady in Oceania, but contacts say interest from purchasers in other 
countries is strong. With the end of the production season in Oceania drawing 
near, milk output is declining, and some acid casein makers say they are 
running lighter production schedules. Demand is outpacing production and spot 
inventories are tightening.

Milk output is strong in Europe, but the closure of a large manufacturing 
facility is contributing to lighter rennet casein production. Contacts in 
Europe say inventories are tightening due to lighter production and strong 
demand. Some market participants say rennet casein inventories are also tight 
in South America, leading them to look to European producers for spot loads. 
Prices increased across the range this week, and some contacts say they are 
receiving quotes for loads at prices up to $5.

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:       3.9-4.6
Rennet; Price Range - Dollars per Pound:     3.85-4.75


Information for the period May 18 - 22, 2026, issued weekly

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