Whole Milk Mozzarella
Whole-milk mozzarella is a fermented dairy cheese with FDA standard of identity (21 CFR 133.155). Provides protein and calcium; contains saturated fat and is a major milk allergen.
What it is
Pasta filata cheese made from whole cow's or buffalo's milk; FDA standard requires minimum milkfat content.
Whole-food dairy protein/fat; melting cheese.
Why it's flagged
- milk allergen
- saturated fat
What regulators actually say
"Mozzarella cheese... is the food prepared from dairy ingredients... having moisture more than 52 percent but not more than 60 percent and milkfat content not less than 45 percent."
"Milk is one of the 9 major food allergens that FALCPA requires to be declared on labels."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standard of identity in 21 CFR 133.155; milk allergen labeling under FALCPA
European Union — EFSA
Regulated dairy product; allergen labeling under Regulation 1169/2011
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