Composition of Milk (% by Weight)

Composition of Milk (% by Weight)

Specific Gravity

• Cow milk: 1.028 – 1.030
• Buffalo milk: 1.030 – 1.032
• Skimmed milk: 1.035 – 1.037
• Fat: 0.93

Energy Value of Milk (per gram)

• Fat: 9.3 cal/gm
• Protein: 4.1 cal/gm
• Lactose: 4.1 cal/gm

Species	Water	Fat	Protein	Lactose	Ash
Cow	87.20	4.14	3.58	4.96	0.70
Buffalo	82.76	7.38	3.60	5.48	0.78
Goat	87.00	4.25	3.52	4.27	0.80
Sheep	79.50	8.50	4.00	4.30	0.80