Production volume of skimmed milk powder in Japan FY 2014-2023
In fiscal year 2023, the production volume of skimmed milk powder in Japan exceeded 147 thousand tons.
Skimmed milk powder is commonly used in food manufacturing of confectionery, baked goods, and milk processing in Japan. Even though the institutional demand for skimmed milk powder declined due to the introduction of milk packaged in cartons for school lunches, production figures rose again during the coronavirus pandemic. To prevent the waste of surplus milk resulting from closed businesses and schools, fresh milk was processed into dairy products with a longer shelf life.