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Given below is a list (in alphabetical order) of ingredients that contain some dairy ingredients.

  • Acidophilus Milk
  • Ammonium Caseinate
  • Butter
  • Butter Fat
  • Butter Oil
  • Butter Solids
  • Buttermilk
  • Buttermilk Powder
  • Calcium Caseinate
  • Casein
  • Caseinate
  • Cheese
  • Condensed Milk
  • Cottage Cheese
  • Cream
  • Curds
  • Custard
  • Delactosed Whey
  • Demineralised Whey
  • Dry Milk Powder
  • Dry Milk Solids
  • Evaporated Milk
  • Gelatin
  • Ghee
  • Goat Milk
  • Hydrolyzed Casein
  • Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
  • iron Caseinate
  • Lactalbumin
  • Lactoferrin
  • Lactoglobulin
  • Lactose
  • Lactulose
  • Magnesium Caseinate
  • Malted Milk
  • Milk Derivative
  • Natural Butter Flavor
  • Nougat
  • Potassium Caseinate
  • Rennet Casein
  • Sodium Caseinate
  • Sour Milk solids
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • Sweet Whey
  • Whey
  • Whey Powder
  • Whey protein concentrate
  • Whey protein hydrolysate
  • Zinc Caseinate
  • Baby Formula and Baby Food, Bakery goods like muffins, scones, cookies and some breads. Though yeast breads appear safe, one of the most common dough conditioners utilized in bread is whey, a milk protein. Some loaves and rolls may contain milk, dry milk powder, cheese or buttermilk. Baking mixes (pancakes, cakes, biscuits) should also be checked for ingredients that may contain milk and other milk products.
  • Bath Products - Body and hair Cleansers & shampoo's, conditioners and lotions often contain milk products and should be avoided as they can cause eczema.
  • Beer- may contain lactose, which adds sweetness, body, and calories to the finished beer. It can also be known sometimes as Milk Stout or Cream Stout.
  • Breath mints - A few of these do contain casein related ingredients. Candy and sweet labels should also be checked before consumption.
  • Canned Tuna Fish - A few contain hydrolyzed caseinate.
  • Caramel - It may be made from sugar and water or milk.
  • Cereal - Dry and instant cereals vary significantly in ingredients. Some types may contain milk ingredients.
  • Cheese Alternatives - Some brands of cheese alternatives (whether soy. rice, or almond based) are lactose-free, but still contain milk protein (casein) to create a more cheese-like consistency and texture.
  • Chewing Gum - Some brands do contain milk proteins.
  • Chicken Broth - Several brands use milk proteins or solids.
  • Chocolate - Milk chocolate aside, some semi-sweet and dark chocolate brands also contain milk ingredients. Chocolate drinks - Even the non milk varieties may contain a bit of dairy to make them more substantial.
  • Clothing - Some clothes are made from with eco-fabrics that are made from milk protein.
  • Coffee Whiteners/Creamers, Cookies/Crackers/Cream Liqueurs- These are some products to check ingredient labels for as well, as they often contain milk and milk products.
  • Custards and Puddings - Most of them contain milk ingredients.
  • Drugs/Medication - Lactose is sometimes used as a filler/base for prescription drugs and OTC medications (including antihistamines). Be sure to ask the pharmacist to review the ingredients of the prescription.
  • Egg Substitute - Some brands may be made from or or contain whey.
  • Fried Foods - The bread crumbs used in fried foods may contain cheese or any number of mysterious substances.
  • Granola and Nutrition Bars - May contain milk additives.
  • Gravies - Some contain milk solids for flavour and texture.
  • Hot Cocoa Mix - The best varieties are pure cocoa and sugar, but some may contain milk ingredients for a creamier drink.
  • Hot Dogs/Imitation crab meat/Imitation maple syrup - Pure maple syrup is a safer selection.
  • Instant Potatoes - Many varieties contain milk products, most notably the Au Gratin or sour cream.
  • Kosher Parve Desserts - Most parve foods are safe, but those with highly sensitive milk allergies may have a problem with the desserts in particular.
  • Latex Gloves - Some disposable latex gloves have milk protein (casein) in them.
  • Lactose Free Milk - Lactose free does not mean dairy free, these will still be loaded with milk proteins.
  • Processed meat & Sausages - Some "meat allergies" are actually dairy allergies in disguise. Lactose and milk protein (caseinate's) are fairly common in processed meats, and milk powder is sometimes used as a filler.
  • Margarine - A few contain dairy derivatives, and most are rich in hydrogenated oils.
  • Meal Replacement/Protein Powders & Beverages - Whey and dried milk powder are the two most common dairy ingredients in these drinks.
  • Potato Chips - Flavoured varieties, which may contain buttermilk, whey or cheese are to be strictly avoided.
  • Salad Dressings - Milk components or cheese may be added for flavour or thickening to any dressing or vinaigrette.
  • Sherbet - This is different from sorbet, which is typically dairy free. Sherbet almost always contains some amount of milk and/or cream.
  • Soup - Obviously the creamy varieties are of concern, but even some of the tomato and chicken based soups are not dairy free.
  • Soy "Meat" Products - Veggie hot dogs, sausages, and patties may harbor milk proteins, lactose or even cheese for flavor and texture.
  • Spice Mixes - Some contain whey powder.
  • Sugar Substitutes - Some sweeteners, such as tagatose are derived from dairy foods (lactose in this case). Also, certain forms of some sugar substitutes such as Splenda, Mints and certain brands of Stevia, contain lactose (in very small quantities) as a filler ingredient.
  • Toothpaste - Recaldent is a casein containing ingredient that is sometimes added for cavity prevention. Some Toothpastes also contain hydroxypatite (extracted from beef bones) which can cause reactions in sensitive people.
  • Wax Coating on Fruits & Vegetables- Small amounts of soy or milk protein (casein) are often added to the wax in the production process.
  • Whipped Topping - Within FDA regulations, the term " non dairy" may be utilized on some foods, such as whipped toppings and creamers, which do in fact contain casein.
  • Wine - Some wines contain milk that may trigger allergic reactions. Vegan and kosher wines are a good place to start when seeking milk free wines.


 Potentially dairy ingredients:

  • Artificial or Natural Flavours/Flavouring .
  • Fat Replacers - Brands such as Dairy-Lo and Simplesse are made with milk products.
  • Galactose - This is often a lactose byproduct, but it can also be derived from sugar beets and other gums.
  • High Protein or Protein - Ingredients noted with no further details may be derived from milk products(casein or whey).
  • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein - The processing phase may use casein.
  • Lactic Acid Starter Culture / Lactobacillus - may contain dairy in some cases.
  • Margarine - Milk proteins are in most brands.
  • Prebiotics - They are different from probiotics, which are living microorganisms. Prebiotics, such as galacto-oligosaccharides, lactosucrose, lactulose and lactitol may be derived from milk based foods.


Rarely any dairy ingredients:

  • Calcium or Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate - These are derived from the combination of lactic acid and stearic acid. They are generally considered non dairy and safe for the lactose intolerant and milk allergic. However, the stearic acid may be animal derived, which could be a concern for vegans.
  • Calcium, Sodium, or Potassium Lactate - Lactates are salts derived from the neutralization of lactic acid, and rarely a dairy concern. For example: it was noted that lactate found in one brand of orange juice was made from sugar cane.
  • Caramel Colour - Anything with caramel in its title may sound like a dairy red flag, but caramel colour is typically derived from corn syrup and occasionally from potatoes, wheat, or other carbohydrate sources.
  • Lactic Acid - This is created via the fermentation of sugars, and can be found in many dairy free and/or vegan foods. Most commercially used lactic acid is fermented from carbohydrates, such as cornstarch, potatoes or molasses, and thus dairy free. Though lactic acid can be fermented from lactose, its use is generally restricted to dairy products, such as ice cream and cream cheese.