Always animal
Whey
Common US / international name: whey / whey protein
- Origin
- Liquid left after cheese making; concentrated as whey protein.
- Where it typically appears
- Protein powders, baked goods, snacks, ice cream, infant formula.
- Product groups
- Dairy, Sweets, Bakery
- Source
- Open Food Facts ingredients taxonomy (ODbL); food chemistry references. As of September 1, 2026