Milk is the lacteal secretion obtained by the complete milking of one or more healthy cows. Milk that is in final package form for beverage use shall have been pasteurized or ultra-pasteurized, and shall contain not less than 8.25 percent milk solids (not fat) and not less than 3.25 percent milkfat. Milk may have been adjusted by separating part of the milkfat. Milk may be homogenized.
Milk
Found In
- Beverages
- Foods
The Beverage Bottom Line
Milk is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)
Considered a food. Can be an ingredient added to food.
This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.