The Ministry of Agriculture approved the volume of imports of whey to Russia

Published May 31, 2023

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The Ministry of Agriculture in Russia has decreased the imported volume of dry demineralized whey for 2023 from 3,361 tons to 1,500 tons. This component is essential for the production of dry milk adapted formulas, also known as breast milk substitutes. Manufacturers and enterprises involved in the production and testing of these formulas can apply to the ministry for confirmation of the intended use of the imported whey by October 1, 2023. They will then be required to report to the ministry on the amount of baby food products made from the imported whey or the results of testing and equipment adjustment within three months.

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The Ministry of Agriculture approved the volume of imports to Russia for 2023 of dry demineralized whey with a demineralization level of 90%. The corresponding order of the ministry is posted on the official Internet portal of legal information. Dry milk demineralized whey with a demineralization level of 90% is the main component for the production of dry milk adapted formulas - breast milk substitutes (BMS). This year, by order of the Ministry of Agriculture, the permitted volume of import of such whey into Russia will be 1.5 thousand tons. A year earlier, it was 3361 tons. By another order, the ministry determined the procedure for confirming the intended use of imported whey - for the production of BMS. Manufacturers of powdered milk formulas, as well as enterprises engaged in industrial testing and adjustment of equipment for their production, will be able to apply to the ministry to obtain such confirmation. They must do this no later than October 1, 2023. The application ...

Source: Milknews