Whey Protein Concentrate 80% HG

What Is Whey Protein Concentrate 80% HG?

Whey Protein Concentrate 80% HG (high-grade) is produced by membrane ultrafiltration of liquid whey, a byproduct of cheese and casein manufacturing. The 80% designation indicates a minimum protein content of approximately 80% by weight on a dry matter basis — the uppermost tier of the commercial WPC category. It retains moderate lactose, fat, and naturally occurring milk minerals, giving it a mild dairy flavour and creamy functional profile.

Specification & Form

How It's Sourced

YNP Ingredients sources WPC 80% HG from a certified manufacturer in Poland, supplied in bag packaging with FSSAI-compliant documentation.

Applications

• Protein shakes and ready-to-mix powders
• Sports nutrition and meal replacement
• High-protein bakery (protein bars, biscuits)
• Dairy-adjacent fortified beverages

Industries Served

Sports Nutrition · Functional Food/Beverage · Bakery & Confectionery · Meal Replacement

Buyer Checklist

• Confirmed protein % ≥80% on the COA, not from the product name alone
• Fat and lactose content acceptable for label and target audience
• Sourcing origin confirmed (Poland) with consistent documentation across reorders
• Physical sample evaluated in your formulation before bulk order
• FSSAI-compliant documentation and batch COA confirmed

Common Mistakes

Quoting "whey protein" without specifying 80% HG. Suppliers quoting WPC 34% will always look cheaper — the grades are not interchangeable in formulation.

Using WPC 80% where WPI is genuinely needed. If the formulation targets a lactose-sensitive audience or requires a very lean label, WPC 80% will not serve that purpose.