STANDARD FOR WHEY POWDERS CXS 289-1995
Document Location: Raw Ingredients - Processing of Ingredients - Prior Purchase
Alternate Name: CXS 289-1995
Date Document Last Updated: 2022
Publisher: Codex Alimentarius
Date Uploaded to Website: May 30, 2024
Overview
CXS 289-1995 is the Codex standard for Whey Powder and Acid Whey Powder. The document features two tables on the minimum content, reference content, and maximum content of lactose, milk protein, milk fat, water, ash, and pH required for whey and acid whey powders.
Additives which are allowed in these products are those listed in Tables 1 and 2 of the General Standard for Food Additives (CXS 192-1995) in Food Category 01.8.2 (Dried whey and whey products, excluding whey cheese).
CXS 289-1995 provides guidance on safe handling of powders, which should be done using good hygiene and manufacturing practices. The document also provides information on labeling and naming of these ingredients.
Overall, following this document provides guidance to ensure that whey and acid whey powders are properly labeled and handled and are safe for consumption.