Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC)
1 scoop (30g)Protein per 100g78.0g
Calories per 100g390
Fat per 100g6.0g
Carbs per 100g8.0g
Fiber per 100g0.0g
Leucine (per serving, est.)2500mg
Typical cost$
Quality 1.0
highest DIAAS of any common protein source
vegetariangluten-free
Why Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC) shows up in protein-forward diets
The most common and cheapest whey type because it's the least processed of the three whey forms — it keeps more of the natural fat and lactose that isolate and hydrolysate filter out.
Serving-size math
A 1 scoop (30g) portion delivers 23.4g of protein and roughly 117 calories. Scaled per 100 calories, that works out to 20.0g of protein — useful for comparing against other foods on a calorie-matched basis rather than a weight-matched one.
Prep tip
If lactose intolerant, this is the whey type most likely to cause issues — WPC typically runs 5-8% lactose by weight, versus <1% for isolate.
Best for
- budget bulking
- everyday shakes
Allergens
Contains: dairy, milk.
Frequently asked
How much protein is in whey protein concentrate (wpc)?
78.0g per 100g, or 23.4g per 1 scoop (30g).
Is whey protein concentrate (wpc) a complete protein?
Yes — it's rated a complete, high-quality protein source (highest DIAAS of any common protein source).