Ingredient

Pasteurized Grade A Whole Milk

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use whole milk as a base ingredient for dairy products like cheese, yogurt, …

What it is

Pasteurized Grade A whole milk is cow's milk that has been heated to kill harmful bacteria and then cooled. 'Grade A' means it meets specific quality standards for milk. 'Whole milk' indicates it contains its natural butterfat content, typically around 3.25% or more.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use whole milk as a base ingredient for dairy products like cheese, yogurt, and ice cream. It provides richness, flavor, and moisture in baked goods, frozen dinners, and other processed foods.

Health notes

Whole milk is a source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D. The FDA considers pasteurized milk to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated milk and its components. While generally considered safe, some people may be sensitive to lactose or milk proteins.

Allergen info

Milk is one of the 9 major food allergens identified by the FDA. It is not gluten-containing.

Products containing Pasteurized Grade A Whole Milk

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King Cheese Inc. Organic California's Original Braided String Cheese, Basil Pesto Cheese 250kcal 21.4Protein 16.1Fat 7.1Carbs Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. Whole Milk Cheese Cheese 286kcal 25Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Glencourt Inc. Made With Whole Milk, Queso Fresco Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. Grated Cotija Whole Milk Cheese, Mexican Style Parmesan Cheese High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 25Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Black Bean & Cheese Corn Tortilla Layered With Monterey Jack, Queso Fresco Cheese, Black Beans, Corn And Onions Topped With Enchilada Sauce Bowl, Black Bean & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 129kcal 5.9Protein 5.1Fat 14.1Carbs King Cheese Inc. California's Original Marinated Braided String Cheese Cheese 286kcal 25Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs King Cheese Inc. California's Original Braided String Cheese Cheese 286kcal 25Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs King Cheese Inc. California Farmers Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs Entertainment Production House Inc. Black Cherry Yogurt, Black Cherry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 75kcal 3.1Protein 2.6Fat 10.1Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Roasted Tomato Mozzarella Caprese Deli Salads High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 180kcal 11Protein 13Fat 7Carbs Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. Whole Milk Cheese Cheese High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 286kcal 25Protein 17.9Fat 7.1Carbs Rizo Lopez Foods, Inc. Don Francisco, Queso Fresco Whole Milk Cheese Cheese 250kcal 17.9Protein 17.9Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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