Lactose
EU lactose prices continue to appreciate
Europe
EU lactose market firms up
The bottom of the lactose market moved higher again as most product now changes hands in the range of EUR 1000-1140 ex works, depending on the brand. Buyers are willing to pay for non-German lactose in particular. Most suppliers are already sold out for Q2 after the usual buying spree in February aimed at standardization requirements for the upcoming supply peak.
Americas
Lactose prices remain range bound
Lactose prices remained unchanged around USD 0.40/lb (880/t) ex works. The US market is quiet. Export markets are a bit more dynamic but not enough to take prices out of the stable price range of the last couple of months.
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