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SMP
SMP is offered in the range of 3.95 – 4.10 EUR/kg. In recent weeks, due to the lifting of import duties from Ukraine to the EU, a lot of Ukrainian cheaper raw materials have entered the market. We do not expect this raw material to cause a drastic drop in prices though, as we are aware that this raw material is limited. However, we have seen a slight easing in prices over the last 2 weeks.
FCMP
Various signs in the market reflect the true price or lack thereof on FCMP. Looking at the German quotations, the price remains at a high level. Prices for roller and spray dried WMP continue to diverge widely.
Demineralized Whey Powder
Due to high demand for products used in infant formula and occuring high drying prices, D90 prices have reached 2100 EUR/MT. The availability of D90 powder is limited, there is even a shortage of raw materials on the market. Many manufacturers are starting to convert their production to use D40 and D70 instead of D90 products.
WPC 80
Many manufacturers are turning away from WPC 35, which is reflected in higher prices on the market. The sweet whey product is offered at prices ranging from at least 4000 to 4050 EUR/MT. In the past, this product was used as a substitute for MMP because it was the cheapest source of protein at that concentration. Formulas calling for WPC 35 are still used, even though production is considered to be lower, resulting in prices staying on a high level.
Cheese
Producers cannot complain because of the good order situation in the last two months. There are big price differences between EU countries: Polish Mozzarella was available last week even for 4.75 EUR/kg, while the offer from EU15 countries is around 4.90 EUR/kg. The only cheese where we notice a price increase is the Cagliata. The increased interest in mozzarella cheese could be a result of the upcoming vacation season, which increases the consumption of pizza products worldwide.
Butter
Butter prices have a wide window in terms of upper and lower price ranges. This is due to the geographic location of the product and rising fuel prices. More expensive transportation and cold storage prices are driving up commodity prices for the product imported from farther away. As for the German retail chain – price up slightly by 4 to 8 cents per kg compared to the previous contract. Prices for goods from Central Europe may differ by up to 100 EUR/MT compared to Western European countries.
Liquids
It is not surprising that after such a fall a week ago, prices have risen again, returning to normal. Considering that we are in the vacation season, there may be temporary bargains and higher quantities of raw materials on the market due to factory shutdowns.
Cream
After German cream prices fell the previous week as cheaper Polish products entered the market, prices rose again this week. Transportation difficulties prevent German buyers from sourcing additional cream in Eastern Europe, as cream cannot be transported well over a long period of time. Therefore, prices can rise significantly if tankers and truck drivers are not available.
SMC
Still a lot of seasonality in the milk market. Spot price quotations seem to have risen again in the previous week. Some suggest that many European factories are having trouble selling their spot milk while they are in maintenance. This could be a sign that prices will take a small drop. Milk supply in Holland is currently up, in the UK milk consumption continues to decline.
En savoir plus sur Nitrate de Sodium
Aspects techniques
Le Nitrate de Sodium se présente sous la forme d’un granulé blanc inodore. Il est très soluble dans l’eau et possède de fortes propriétés hygroscopiques et oxydantes. Le Nitrate de Sodium est un conservateur alimentaire qui se transforme en nitrite et qui, sous cette forme, inhibe la croissance bactérienne. Le Nitrate de Sodium sous sa forme fondue, ainsi que ses solutions mélangées au nitrate de potassium, présente une excellente stabilité thermique et une capacité calorifique élevée, ce qui en fait un ingrédient précieux dans les matières explosives.
Application
Le Nitrate de Sodium est principalement utilisé dans les engrais, car il constitue une source d’azote soluble dans l’eau pour les engrais NPK. L’azote stimule la croissance des plantes et contribue au développement de feuilles, de tiges et de racines robustes. En outre, il ne modifie pas le pH du sol. Grâce à sa stabilité thermique, le Nitrate de Sodium est également largement utilisé dans les explosifs.
Dans l’industrie alimentaire, le Nitrate de Sodium (E251) est couramment utilisé comme conservateur et fixateur de couleur dans la production de viande. Le Nitrate de Sodium empêche la croissance de Clostridium botulinum, un type de bactérie responsable du botulisme, lors du séchage des produits carnés. En outre, pendant la fabrication du fromage, le Nitrate de Sodium est ajouté aux fromages en cours d’affinage pour empêcher la croissance de micro-organismes tels que Clostridium tyrobutycurum.
Les adhésifs, les produits d’étanchéité et les solvants sont également à base de Nitrate de Sodium, car il réduit leur viscosité et augmente les matières solides. Il est également utilisé dans la fabrication de peintures et de vernis comme inhibiteur de rouille.
