Ingredient

Caseinate

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Caseinates are used in food for their protein content and their ability to improve …

What it is

Caseinate is a milk protein derivative. It is made by treating casein, the main protein found in milk, with an alkali such as sodium or calcium hydroxide. This process makes the casein soluble and easier to use in food products.

Why it's used

Caseinates are used in food for their protein content and their ability to improve texture and stability. They can act as emulsifiers, helping to blend oil and water, and as thickeners. You can find them in processed cheese, coffee creamers, baked goods, and nutritional supplements.

Health notes

Caseinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated caseinates. At typical consumption levels found in food, they are not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding their use.

Allergen info

Caseinate is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Caseinate

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Kingston Marketing Co Grated Italian Style Topping Cheese 400kcal 0Protein 20Fat 40Carbs Kingston Marketing Co Shredded Imitation Mozzarella Cheese Cheese 286kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 25Carbs Kingston Marketing Co Shredded Imitation Cheddar Cheese Cheese 286kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 25Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Garlic Shrimp And Pasta With Broccoli, Carrots And Corn In A Delicious Garlic Sauce Skillet Dinner, Garlic Shrimp Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 101kcal 6.1Protein 1.8Fat 15.2Carbs Musicland Productions, Inc. Chicken Spiedini Frozen Poultry, Chicken & Turkey 161kcal 20.5Protein 6.2Fat 6.2Carbs Tofu Rella, Jalapeno Tree of Life, Inc. Tofu Rella, Jalapeno Cheese 214kcal 21.4Protein 14.3Fat 0Carbs Grated Cotija Style Cheese Talamo Food Service, Inc. Grated Cotija Style Cheese Cheese 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40Carbs Colonna Brothers Shoprite, Flavored Italian Style Bread Crumbs Bread & Muffin Mixes 382kcal 14.7Protein 4.4Fat 70.6Carbs Por Kwan, Tom Ka Kai, Thai Style Instant Sour Spicy Coconut Paste Wildwood Herbal Por Kwan, Tom Ka Kai, Thai Style Instant Sour Spicy Coconut Paste Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 200kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 26.7Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Minis Cheese Danish Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 362kcal 10.3Protein 8.6Fat 60.3Carbs Hazelnut Coffee Creamer, Hazelnut Nestle USA Inc. Hazelnut Coffee Creamer, Hazelnut Milk Additives 500kcal 0Protein 25Fat 75Carbs World Finer Foods, Inc. Polenta With Porcini Mushrooms Entrees, Sides & Small Meals 333kcal 10Protein 3.3Fat 66.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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