Lactaid milk and dairy products

Lactaid is the leading brand focused on lactose-free dairy products, providing solutions for consumers with lactose intolerance. The brand was originally created by Alan Kligerman in the late 1960s to allow people to enjoy milk and other dairy items without digestive discomfort. By introducing the lactase enzyme into dairy products, the brand revolutionized the dietary supplement and specialty food market.

While the brand was founded by a private entrepreneur, it was later acquired by McNeil Nutritionals, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. In a significant corporate restructuring, Johnson & Johnson spun off its consumer health division into a brand-new, independent company named Kenvue in 2023. Consequently, Kenvue now serves as the ultimate owner of Lactaid.

Manufacturing takes place primarily in the United States through various dairy processing partnerships and specialized facilities that ensure the removal of lactose while maintaining the nutritional profile of the milk. The brand continues to expand its catalog from milk and ice cream to supplement caplets, maintaining its position as a household name in the health and wellness sector.