Ingredient

Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk

Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use cultured milk as a base for dairy products like yogurt and cottage …

What is Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk?

This ingredient is milk that has been pasteurized (heated to kill harmful bacteria) and then had beneficial bacteria (cultures) added to it. These cultures ferment the milk's natural sugars, creating a tangy flavor and thicker texture. It is a low-fat version of milk, with most of the fat removed.

Is Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk vegan?

No. Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.

Is Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk a major allergen?

Milk is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk used for?

Manufacturers use cultured milk as a base for dairy products like yogurt and cottage cheese.

Is Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk safe?

Cultured pasteurized nonfat milk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cultured milk as a base for dairy products like yogurt and cottage cheese. The culturing process gives these foods their characteristic tart taste and creamy consistency. It also acts as a natural thickener.

Health notes

Cultured pasteurized nonfat milk is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of protein and calcium. Regulatory bodies like the WHO and EFSA have not raised concerns about its consumption in typical amounts. No specific health risks are associated with consuming cultured milk products at normal levels.

Allergen info

Milk is one of the 9 major allergens recognized by the FDA. This ingredient is derived from milk.

Foods that contain Cultured Pasteurized Nonfat Organic Milk

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Plain Organic Aussie Greek Style Nonfat Yogurt, Plain Danone US, LLC Plain Organic Aussie Greek Style Nonfat Yogurt, Plain Yogurt 59kcal 9.4Protein 0Fat 4.7Carbs 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cultured Cottage Cheese Danone US, LLC 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cultured Cottage Cheese Cheese 88kcal 12.4Protein 2.2Fat 3.5Carbs 4% Small Curd Regular Cultured Cottage Cheese Danone US, LLC 4% Small Curd Regular Cultured Cottage Cheese Cheese 106kcal 12.4Protein 4.4Fat 3.5Carbs Plain Organic Aussie Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Plain Danone US, LLC Plain Organic Aussie Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Plain Yogurt 60kcal 10Protein 0Fat 4.7Carbs
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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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