What Are the Three Grades of Milk and Their Uses?
Learn about the three grades of milk—Grade A, B, and C— and their quality differences and typical uses in dairy products.
Video transcript
The three grades of milk are Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C. Grade A milk is the highest quality and is safe for drinking in its raw state, commonly used for fluid milk products. Grade B milk is primarily used for making cheese and other processed dairy products. Grade C milk is deemed unsuitable for human consumption and is typically not found in the market.
Questions and answers
What is the difference between Grade A and Grade B milk?
Grade A milk is suitable for direct consumption and fluid milk products, while Grade B milk is mainly used for making cheese and processed dairy products.
Is Grade C milk safe to drink?
No, Grade C milk is considered unsuitable for human consumption and is not usually available on the market.
How is milk graded?
Milk is graded based on its quality and intended use, with Grade A being the highest quality for drinking, Grade B used for processing, and Grade C deemed unsafe for consumption.
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