WPC80
EUWPC80 benchmark reference
Independent weekly reference for the European whey protein market, linked to a clear product definition and benchmark methodology.
- Market
- EU
- Protein
- Minimum 80%
- Moisture
- Maximum 8%
- Publication
- Weekly
Dairy protein benchmarks
Follow European WPC80 and WPI90 prices
Track independent DCA benchmark values for WPC80 and WPI90 in the European whey protein market.
Use transparent weekly references and documented specifications to understand how high-protein dairy ingredients are priced.
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Weeklyupdated market references
PRADCA benchmark methodology
Whey protein references
Two products. Two distinct market references.
WPC80 and WPI90 are different products with different specifications and market dynamics. DCA assesses each market separately.
WPI90
EUWPI90 benchmark reference
Independent weekly reference for the European whey protein market, linked to a clear product definition and benchmark methodology.
- Market
- EU
- Protein
- Minimum 90%
- Moisture
- Maximum 6%
- Publication
- Weekly
Market assessment
Based on how the European whey protein market trades
DCA gathers information from professional market participants and applies a consistent assessment process to each published benchmark.
Collect
Gather relevant physical-market information from active participants.
Validate
Check submissions for consistency, relevance and market representativeness.
Assess
Evaluate the available information under the documented methodology.
Publish
Publish the benchmark according to the defined weekly schedule.
Dairy platform
Follow protein prices in their wider dairy market
Whey protein prices do not move in isolation. Follow WPC80 and WPI90 alongside whey, cheese, milk powder and other dairy markets in the DCA platform.
Weekly benchmark history
Compare current WPC80 and WPI90 values with historical levels.
Product specifications
Check the product and market definitions behind each benchmark.
Connected dairy data
Follow whey, cheese and milk-powder markets alongside proteins.
Market intelligence
Read specialist commentary on developments in the European dairy market.
Dairy protein market comparison
Illustrative WPC80 and WPI90 trend comparison
Illustrative
- WPC80
- WPI90
Methodology
Clear specifications behind every protein benchmark
Each WPC80 and WPI90 benchmark is tied to a clear product definition and an assessed market basis.
The specification and methodology explain the European market represented by each benchmark.
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Dairy protein benchmarks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between WPC80 and WPI90?
WPC80 and WPI90 are distinct whey protein products with different protein content, processing requirements and market applications. DCA treats them as separate benchmark markets.
What are the protein benchmarks used for?
They provide independent weekly market references for commercial comparison, internal analysis and market discussions.
Why is whey protein not the same as whey powder?
Whey proteins are higher-value processed ingredients with different specifications, production economics and end markets than standard whey powder.
How does DCA determine the benchmark values?
DCA follows documented PRA methodology using relevant physical-market information and controlled assessment procedures.
Are the protein benchmarks IOSCO-aligned?
The applicable methodology and governance status should be checked against the current DCA benchmark documentation for the specific benchmark set.
Can I try the dairy platform before subscribing?
Yes. You can request a trial or demo to evaluate the dairy market coverage and protein benchmark workflow.
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