CURD Act
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
The CURD Act establishes a clear legal definition of ‘natural cheese’ for use in food labeling and regulation. It specifies that natural cheese is made from milk or dairy ingredients through coagulation processes, adhering to established cheese-making standards, and may include certain non-milk ingredients. The bill excludes products like pasteurized process cheese and cheese spreads from this definition, and it clarifies how the term ‘natural cheese’ can be used on food labels.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘natural cheese’ as cheese produced from milk or dairy ingredients through specific coagulation processes.
- Excludes pasteurized process cheeses, cheese foods, and cheese spreads from the definition of natural cheese.
- Allows for the addition of safe and suitable non-milk derived ingredients to be considered ‘natural cheese’.
- Specifies that the definition aligns with standards of identity outlined in Title 21 CFR Part 133.
- Addresses labeling requirements, prohibiting the use of ‘natural cheese’ on products that do not meet the defined criteria.
- Clarifies the use of terms like ‘natural’ or ‘all-natural’ on labels.
- Defines ‘milk’ for the purposes of the regulation, including milk from animals other than cows.
- Amends existing labeling sections to ensure consistency with the new definition.
Who is affected
- Food manufacturers
- Food retailers
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