Ingredient

Lactose Milkfat

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Lactose is used as a sweetener, filler, and browning agent in various foods. It …

What it is

Lactose is a sugar found naturally in milk and dairy products. It is composed of glucose and galactose. In food production, it is often extracted from milk or whey.

Why it's used

Lactose is used as a sweetener, filler, and browning agent in various foods. It is commonly found in baked goods, confectionery, and processed dairy products.

Health notes

Lactose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Some individuals have difficulty digesting lactose, leading to lactose intolerance. The WHO/IARC has not classified lactose regarding carcinogenicity. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated lactose, and it is widely consumed without adverse effects in the general population.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Lactose Milkfat

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Candyrific, LLC Candyrific, Star Wars Easter Egg Dispenser Candy 462kcal 7.7Protein 19.2Fat 69.2Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Classic With Peanuts, Raisins, M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies, Cashews & Almonds Trail Mix, Classic Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 14.3Protein 30.9Fat —Carbs Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, English Toffee Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 594kcal 9.4Protein 40.6Fat 46.9Carbs Mars Chocolate North America LLC Milk Chocolate Filled Figurine Chocolate Candies, Milk Chocolate Candy 505kcal 5.0Protein 20.2Fat 70.7Carbs Milk Chocolate Candies, Milk Chocolate Mars Chocolate North America LLC Milk Chocolate Candies, Milk Chocolate Candy High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 4.2Protein 18.8Fat 70.8Carbs Target Stores Rudolph's Mix Indulgent Trail Mix With Chocolate-Covered Cereal, Graham Bites, M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies & Peanut Butter Cups, Rudolph's Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 23.3Fat 66.7Carbs Snickers Nougat Flavored Cake With Snickers Pieces & Roasted Peanuts, Caramel Filling, Rich Milk Chocolate Coating, Snickers Cookies United, LLC Snickers Nougat Flavored Cake With Snickers Pieces & Roasted Peanuts, Caramel Filling, Rich Milk Chocolate Coating, Snickers Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 24Fat 54Carbs Target Stores Chocolate Chunk Cookies Made With M&M's, Chocolate Chunk Made With M&M's Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 429kcal 5.7Protein 17.1Fat 65.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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