What Prolactal does

Prolactal GmbH is an Austrian specialty dairy ingredients manufacturer headquartered in Hartberg, founded in 1929 as the Wechselgau cooperative and re-established under its current operating structure since 1957. The company produces organic and conventional milk and whey proteins, lactose, milk powders, and demineralized whey for B2B customers in infant formula, sports nutrition, senior nutrition, and general food applications across more than 40 countries. Its core technology stack includes microfiltration, electrodialysis, ion exchange, spray-drying, and other advanced filtration processes, enabling production of high-purity ingredients such as milk protein isolates with 85% protein content and demineralized whey at 90% mineral removal. The company maintains multiple international certifications including NOP organic (USA), China market access, Kosher, A2 protein, and SEDEX, which collectively serve as a regulatory entry barrier in premium end markets.

The business operates a sales-led, direct B2B model with no public pricing; transactions are quoted via a dedicated sales email channel and supported by the PRO+ customization service, which delivers tailored testing, formulation development, and bespoke packaging. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time ingredient sales to food and nutrition manufacturers, supplemented by professional services revenue from the PRO+ program. The product portfolio is structured around a "PROverse" branded universe with sub-brands (PROmilk, PROwhey, PROlactose, PROsolutions) and application-specific solution lines (PROgen for beverages, PROzen for ice cream, PROcase for processed cheese, PROformance for bakery, PROper Bar 90 for protein bars). The company is privately held under ICL ownership following a 2015 acquisition that established its market leadership in organic infant formula in China, and operates with 101-250 employees across nearly 20 nationalities. Recent strategic investment includes a €3.5 million dedicated goat milk production and packaging line launched in 2026 under the #Grow05 MALE project, signaling continued capacity expansion in premium specialty segments.

Name

Prolactal

Legal name

Prolactal GmbH

Website

https://prolactal.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1929

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Prolactal is an Austrian specialty dairy ingredients manufacturer producing organic and conventional milk and whey proteins, lactose, and milk powders for B2B customers in infant formula, sports nutrition, senior nutrition, and food applications across 40+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dairy Ingredients

NAICS

Dairy Product Manufacturing (3115), Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing (311514), Dairy Product (except Frozen) Manufacturing (31151)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialized Dairy Nutrition Base Powder & Premix Manufacturing (Vitamin/Mineral/Functional Premixes) (AFAHAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Standard Infant Formula Manufacturing (Cow Milk–Based) (AFAHAHAA), Lactose-Free & Reduced-Lactose Infant Formula Manufacturing (AFAHAHAF), Probiotic/Fermented Functional Cultured Dairy (Added Cultures/Prebiotics) Manufacturing (AFAHADAJ)

Keywords

• Dairy ingredient manufacturing
• Milk protein isolates
• Whey protein concentrates
• Infant formula ingredients
• Organic dairy powders

Headquarters

HQ city

Hartberg

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. B2B Ingredients Sales: Sale of dairy ingredients including organic milk and whey powders, proteins (whey & casein), lactose, and specialty ingredients to food and nutrition manufacturers for use in infant formula, sports nutrition, senior nutrition, and better food applications.
2. PRO+ Customization Services: Customization service providing testing, analysis, formulation development, and bespoke packaging solutions for customers with specific requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Prolactal manufactures and supplies premium organic dairy ingredients—including milk and whey proteins, lactose, milk powders, and specialty ingredients—to food and nutrition manufacturers worldwide. The company's portfolio spans infant formula ingredients, sports and senior nutrition proteins, and clean-label dairy proteins for bakery, confectionery, dairy, and better food applications. A PRO+ customization service delivers tailored ingredient formulations, testing, and bespoke packaging to customers across more than 40 countries.

Product overview

Prolactal is a premium dairy ingredient company offering a comprehensive portfolio organized around the PROverse universe. The core product lines include PROmilk (milk proteins), PROwhey (whey proteins), and PROlactose, supplemented by PROsolution variants (Liquid, Fusion, Edge). The PRO+ service provides customization capabilities including testing, formulation development, and packaging options. Specialized solution products target specific applications: PROper Bar 90 for soft protein bars, PROgen for beverages, PROzen for ice cream, PROcase for processed cheese, and PROformance for functional bakery. The company produces organic cow and goat milk and whey ingredients, lactose-free formulations, and A2 protein options, serving infant nutrition, sports nutrition, senior/elderly nutrition, and better food/bakery/confectionery/dairy segments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PROverse: The Universe of Dairy Innovation - Prolactal's comprehensive portfolio of dairy ingredients and solutions
• PRO+
• PROmilk
• PROwhey
• PROlactose
• PROsolutions

Products and services

• PROmilk Ultra Premium milk protein ingredients for nutrition applications, part of the PROmilk product line for food and nutrition manufacturers.
• PROmilk Lite Light milk protein variants for specialized dietary formulations, part of the PROmilk product line.
• PROwhey Ultra High-quality whey protein ingredients with superior nutritional profiles for food and nutrition manufacturers.
• PROwhey Lite Light whey protein formulations for reduced-calorie applications within the PROwhey product line.
• PROlactose Pure lactose ingredients essential for infant formula and food applications, including classic and goat-derived variants.
• PROsolution Liquid Liquid-form dairy solutions for specialized nutrition applications.
• PROsolution Fusion Combined dairy solutions for advanced nutritional formulations, offering blended ingredient compositions.
• PROsolution Edge Differentiated dairy solutions providing competitive advantages in nutrition formulations.
• PRO+ Dedicated customization service offering tailored ingredient testing, analysis, formulation development, and packaging options from big bags to smaller customized packs, backed by advanced filtration and spray-drying expertise.
• PROper Bar 90 Pure protein ingredient with 90% protein content in dry matter, enabling cost-effective formulations with slow amino acid release for sustained nutrition and soft texture maintenance throughout shelf life in soft protein bars.
• PROgen Protein solutions range designed for high-protein beverages including PROgen GU 80 and PROgen P 80, powering next-generation protein drinks for children, active adults, and seniors with balanced protein release.
• PROzen High-performance milk proteins specifically formulated for ice cream applications, eliminating the need for thickening agents while delivering smooth, creamy texture with slow amino acid release.
• PROcase Innovative dairy solutions including PROcase Isolate MP 100 for processed cheese formulation, achieving perfect meltability, stretch, and texture without relying on multiple additives.
• PROformance Functional dairy proteins for egg-free bakery applications including cakes, increasing batter viscosity, enhancing cake volume, and providing resilient structure.
• MPI Lactose-Free (Milk Protein Isolate) Premium lactose-free milk protein isolate produced using advanced filtration techniques, containing 85% protein, max 0.2% lactose, max 3.0% fat, with stable 80:20 casein/whey ratio.
• Goat WMP 85/15 Goat whole milk powder with 85% protein and 15% fat ratio for infant nutrition applications.
• Demin 90 (NOP/Bio) Demineralized whey 90 produced through ion exchange and electrodialysis for infant formula, available in NOP organic and standard bio versions.
• Classic Lactose Pure lactose essential carbohydrate supporting energy and healthy development in infant formulas.
• Goat Lactose Lactose derived from goat milk for specialized infant nutrition formulations.
• Goat WPC 55 Goat whey protein concentrate with 55% protein content for infant formula applications.
• Micellar Casein 85 Liquid Liquid micellar casein with 85% protein for slow-digesting nutrition applications.
• Liquid Whey Protein Concentrates 80/85 Liquid whey protein concentrates in 80% and 85% protein variants including PROboost for functional applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Goat milk ingredients supplier recognized globally with dedicated production line meeting infant-grade quality standards
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• EU Agri-Food Business Delegation to ThailandminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Prolactal participated as part of EU Agri-Food Business Delegation to Thailand at THAIFEX-Anuga Asia 2026 to engage with dynamic Asian food markets and showcase dairy nutrition innovations.
• TSV HartbergminorOthers · 1 January 2025Sports sponsorship and community partnership supporting health, inclusion, and local community engagement. Prolactal serves as sponsor with employees participating in events like Hatric Business Run, aligning with Simply Healthier brand values of movement and wellbeing.
• foodflouminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Food industry media outlet that recognized Prolactal's protein chocolate-covered popcorn among Day 2 highlights at Fi Europe 2025, providing industry visibility and credibility endorsement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Arla Foods Ingredients: Specialty dairy ingredients arm of Arla Foods, producing whey proteins, milk proteins, and lactose for infant formula, sports, and clinical nutrition. Direct competitor to Prolactal in the B2B dairy ingredients space across the same global customer base.
• FrieslandCampina Ingredients: Business unit of Royal FrieslandCampina producing dairy proteins, lactose, and infant nutrition ingredients. Directly comparable to Prolactal in serving infant formula manufacturers and sports/senior nutrition brands with milk and whey-based ingredients.
• Glanbia Nutritionals: Global B2B dairy and plant-based ingredients supplier serving sports nutrition, functional food, and infant/premium nutrition. Closely aligned with Prolactal's protein ingredient portfolio and application focus on sports and performance nutrition.
• Lactalis Ingredients: Specialty dairy ingredients division of Lactalis Group producing milk powders, whey proteins, and lactose for infant, clinical, and sports nutrition. Competes head-to-head with Prolactal in premium dairy ingredient categories, especially in European and Asian markets.
• Hilmar Ingredients: Specialty cheese and whey protein manufacturer serving infant formula, sports nutrition, and food customers globally. Comparable processing footprint (microfiltration, spray-drying) and product mix to Prolactal's whey and milk protein operations.
• Agropur Ingredients: North American dairy cooperative producing whey proteins, milk proteins, and lactose for infant, sports, and functional food applications. Competes with Prolactal on technical specifications and global B2B ingredient supply.
• Carbery Group: Irish dairy ingredients company producing whey proteins and flavor systems for sports nutrition, infant nutrition, and functional food brands. Comparable specialty positioning and B2B ingredient focus to Prolactal.

Broad incumbents

• Fonterra Ingredients: Ingredients arm of Fonterra Co-operative, one of the world's largest dairy exporters. Overlaps with Prolactal in whey proteins, milk proteins, and specialty infant and sports nutrition ingredients, but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic reach.

Regional players

• DMK Group: German dairy cooperative producing milk powders, whey ingredients, and specialty proteins for food, sports, and infant nutrition customers. Regional peer for Prolactal in the DACH and broader European B2B dairy ingredients market.
• Sachsenmilch: German dairy processor producing milk powders, whey products, and infant-grade dairy ingredients. Comparable spray-drying and ingredient manufacturing capability, primarily serving European infant formula and food customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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