AMSFinal Rule
Plant Records to Include Grade Label Butterfat Testing
AgricultureHealthcare
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Summary
This regulation requires dairy processing plants to keep detailed records showing the butterfat content of milk products and to include this information on grade labels. This helps ensure milk products are accurately labeled for consumers and maintains quality standards in the dairy industry.
Key Points
- 1Dairy plants must now document and track the butterfat percentage in their milk products
- 2Grade labels on dairy products must clearly display butterfat testing results
- 3The rule applies to all dairy processing facilities that grade and label their products
- 4Better record-keeping helps prevent mislabeling and protects consumer trust in dairy product quality
- 5Dairy companies may need to update their labeling systems and record-keeping procedures to comply
Impact Assessment
If you are a dairy processing plant operator, this means you must maintain detailed butterfat content records and display this information on product grade labels to ensure accurate consumer labeling.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
ManufacturersFarmersConsumersSmall Businesses
Key Dates
Published
February 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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