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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 15Pt. 3Ch. 9Art. 4§ 39731 Uht Nonfat Milk Standards

§ 39731 Uht Nonfat Milk Standards

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§ 39731 Uht Nonfat Milk Standards

Key Takeaways

  • •UHT nonfat milk is milk with all or most of the fat removed.
  • •It must be processed and packaged in a specific way to stay safe and fresh.
  • •It can have small amounts of safe additives to keep it from separating.
  • •It must be homogenized, which means the cream is mixed in so it doesn’t float to the top.

Example

You buy a carton of milk labeled 'skim milk' at the store.

This milk has had most of its fat removed, and it’s been processed to last longer without spoiling. It might also have a tiny bit of safe stuff added to keep it smooth.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 39731 Uht Nonfat Milk Standards

UHT nonfat, skim, or fat-free milk is the product that results from the complete or partial removal of milk fat from market milk. It shall be processed and packaged pursuant to Section 39701. It may contain harmless edible stabilizers as specified in Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations. UHT nonfat milk shall be homogenized. The product may be called “nonfat milk,” “skim milk,” or “fat-free milk.” (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 329, Sec. 45. Effective August 21, 1997.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

UHT nonfat milkskim milkfat-free milkharmless edible stabilizershomogenized

Related Statutes

  • § 39721 Uht Lowfat Milk Standards
  • § 39732 Milk Fat And Solids Standards
  • § 39771 Flavored Milk Product Standards
  • § 31662 Dangerous Dog Penalties
  • § 31663 Local Fine Revenue Allocation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 39731.
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