Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormConcentrated (shelf-stable liquid)
Industry PositionProcessed Dairy Product
Market
In Türkiye, “koyulaştırılmış süt” (concentrated milk) is a defined product category under the Turkish Food Codex, covering sweetened and unsweetened concentrated milk products made by partially removing water from milk. The product functions both as a consumer shelf-stable dairy item and as an ingredient for foodservice and industrial users (e.g., bakery and confectionery). Trade data show Türkiye participates in HS 0402 flows, including imports of milk/cream in solid forms (HS 040210) and recorded exports of concentrated milk/cream (HS 040291) to regional and nearby markets. Market access and shipment success are highly sensitive to Turkish Food Codex compliance (composition, contaminants/residues, labeling/traceability) and to veterinary border controls for dairy imports.
Market RoleDomestic producer with regional export activity; also imports dairy concentrate inputs (HS 040210) for industrial use
Domestic RoleShelf-stable dairy product and functional ingredient used by households and foodservice/food manufacturing
Market GrowthNot Mentioned
Specification
Physical Attributes- Homogeneous appearance with no visible separation in unopened, shelf-stable packs
- Consistent viscosity appropriate to intended use (consumer vs industrial)
Compositional Metrics- Milk fat and total milk solids as key specification anchors (per product class and buyer spec)
- Added sugar level for sweetened variants
Packaging- Metal cans (retail and foodservice)
- Aseptic cartons (where applicable)
- Foodservice/industrial bulk packs (e.g., cans or drums depending on buyer specification)
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Raw milk collection → incoming quality screening → standardization → concentration (evaporation) → heat treatment → filling/sealing → storage/distribution
Temperature- Raw milk requires chilled handling before processing; finished shelf-stable concentrated milk typically distributes under ambient conditions if commercially sterile and sealed
Shelf Life- Shelf-life depends on achieving commercial sterility and maintaining package integrity; follow label storage instructions and protect from heat abuse
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Food Safety HighNon-compliance with Turkish Food Codex requirements for concentrated milk (including composition limits and controls covering additives, contaminants/residues, labeling and traceability) can trigger border rejection, product withdrawal/recall, or enforcement actions that disrupt or block trade.Run pre-shipment compliance checks against the Turkish Food Codex concentrated milk communiqué and labeling rules; implement lot-based testing and document control (COA, traceability records, label verification) prior to dispatch.
Regulatory Compliance MediumImports of dairy products into Türkiye are subject to veterinary controls and prescribed health certification; documentation gaps or mismatched certificates can cause clearance delays or refusal.Use the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry’s current veterinary health certificate templates for dairy and ensure exporter, importer, establishment approvals and shipment details match exactly across documents.
Logistics MediumMultimodal regional transport (land/sea) can face disruption and cost volatility, affecting heavy shelf-stable dairy shipments’ landed cost and delivery reliability.Quote with freight buffers, diversify routes/carriers where feasible, and align packaging/pallet specs to reduce damage and rework at transfer points.
Standards- HACCP
- ISO 22000
- FSSC 22000
- BRCGS
- IFS Food
FAQ
Which Turkish regulation defines and governs concentrated milk (koyulaştırılmış süt) for Türkiye’s market?Türkiye’s Turkish Food Codex “Koyulaştırılmış Süt ve Süttozu Tebliği (Tebliğ No: 2005/18)” defines concentrated milk and sets product rules for production, composition classes (sweetened/unsweetened), additives, contaminants/residues, hygiene, labeling/traceability, and storage/transport.
What is a key import document for dairy products entering Türkiye?Dairy products intended for human consumption entering Türkiye may require a veterinary health certificate following the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry’s published templates and import procedures, alongside standard commercial shipping documents.
What HS codes are commonly relevant when classifying concentrated milk in trade data?Concentrated milk and cream fall under HS heading 0402. Common HS6 subheadings include 040291 (concentrated milk/cream, unsweetened, not in solid form) and 040299 (sweetened, not in solid form), depending on whether sugar is added and whether the product is in solid form.