Definition Classification and Composition of Dried Milks

i.    Definition

Dried milk or milk powder is a product obtained by removal of water from milk by heat or other suitable means to produce a solid containing 5.0 percent or less moisture.Whole milk, partially skimmed milk or skimmed milk may be used for drying.

ii. Classification of Dried Milks

Dried milks may be classified in a number of ways viz: Based on type of direr used,fat content of milk, heat applied, method of manufacture, special dried product made from milk.

A) Based or the type of drier

1) Freeze dried 2) Spray dried 3) Roller dried

B) Based on fat content of milk power wheather it is made from whole milk,partial fat separated milk and skim milk.

1) Skim milk powder 2) Partially skim milk powder 3) Whole milk powder

C) Heat applied for making of Milk Powder.

1) Low heat 2) Medium heat 3) High heat

D) Method of manufacture

1) Instantized 2) Foam dried

E) Special dried milk product.

1) Infant milk food 2) Dairy whitener 3) Malted milk food 4) Weaning food 5) Buttermilk powder 6) whey powder 7) Ice cream mix powder

iii. Composition

The average composition of milk powders is given in table

 

Average composition of dried milks