Pasteurised Buffalo Milk
Pasteurised buffalo milk is a whole dairy food richer in fat and protein than cow's milk. Concerns are saturated fat and milk allergen status (cross-reactive with cow's milk for most allergic individuals).
What it is
Milk from domestic water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) that has been heat-treated to kill pathogens.
Dairy product used as ingredient or beverage; high in fat and protein.
Why it's flagged
- milk allergen
- high saturated fat
What regulators actually say
"FDA Grade A Pasteurized Milk Ordinance establishes pasteurization and sanitation requirements for milk and milk products in the US."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Pasteurization regulated under FDA Pasteurized Milk Ordinance; standard of identity for milk in 21 CFR 131.110.
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food; milk listed as allergen in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 1169/2011.
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