Benchmark contracts
| Benchmark | Type | Contract spec | Unit | Range | As of | Deliverable grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Gulf CoastHeadline | physical_fob | Food-grade lactose, typically 99% purity, powder | USD/MT | 1400–1800 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Western Europe | physical_fob | Pharma-grade lactose, tighter microbiological and particle-size controls | USD/MT | 1800–2400 | Jun 2026 | — |
| Delivered Southeast Asia | physical_cif | Imported food-grade lactose for food and feed manufacturers | USD/MT | 1550–2100 | Jun 2026 | — |
Premium structure
Differentials between benchmarks reveal where physical lactose trades relative to the futures reference and how regional grades price against the global standard.
| Benchmark | Differential | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| US Gulf Coast | — | |
| Western Europe | Premium over food grade due to specification and compliance requirements | |
| Delivered Southeast Asia | Includes freight, insurance, and local handling |
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