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WPC80 shortage intensifies with producers in control of pricing and allocation

11-02-2026

Jasper Endlich

The global whey protein concentrate 80 market has reached a critical tightness level, with producers maintaining full control over pricing and allocation as buyers rush to secure remaining Q2 volumes. The EU Vesper Price Index for WPC80 instant increased to €15,780 per tonne ($18,791 per tonne, $8.52 per pound) EXW, while the US index rose […]

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