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ENHANCING QUALITY: FUNCTIONAL STABILISER FOR EVAPORATED MILK

Why stabilisers are critical in evaporated milk production? Evaporated milk undergoes intense thermal processing, which can lead to fat separation, protein aggregation, increased viscosity over time, lactose crystallisation and undesirable texture or mouthfeel.

According to the International Dairy Federation, up to 25% of evaporated milk batches are rejected or downgraded due to instability, most often caused by inadequate stabilisation.

A 2022 Journal of Dairy Science study found that viscosity in unstabilised Retort and UHT evaporated milk can vary by up to 35% over six months, while stabilized formulations achieved over 90% improvement in physical stability, preserving smoothness and emulsion integrity during long-term storage.

In addition, Nielsen research confirms that texture and appearance are top drivers of repeat purchases in canned dairy products. Stabilisers play a vital role in ensuring these sensory qualities remain consistent throughout shelf life.

To address these challenges, FSL offers functional stabiliser systems designed specifically to enhance quality, texture and shelf stability in evaporated milk, ideal for both retail and industrial formats requiring high-heat processing and extended ambient storage.

Benefits:

  • Delivers a Smooth & Creamy Texture: Ensures uniform consistency and mouthfeel.
  • Controls Viscosity & Crystallisation: Minimises separation or grainy textures caused by crystallized lactose.
  • High Heat Stability: Performs reliably under Retort and UHT and sterilisation conditions.
  • Shelf-Life Proven: Demonstrated product stability over long-term storage in trial studies.
  • Cost-Effective: Offers performance comparable to premium solutions, at a lower cost.

Evaporated milk is a growing segment in both B2B and retail sectors, especially in high-demand regions such as the Middle East, Africa and Asia, where ambient dairy consumption continues to rise. Manufacturers are under growing pressure to deliver smooth, stable and cost-effective products without compromising on quality or shelf life.

Our specialised stabiliser system is formulated to meet these challenges, enhancing processing efficiency, minimizing product waste and ensuring consistent texture and stability across varying production conditions.

Looking to optimise your evaporated milk formulation? Connect with our team at dairy@foodspecialities.com to explore the ideal stabiliser solution tailored to your needs.