Buttermilk
Also listed as Cultured Buttermilk and Lowfat Buttermilk.
Dairy & Eggs
This is what the ingredient is.
Buttermilk is a tangy cultured dairy drink. Labels may say buttermilk or cultured buttermilk.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It is used in baking, fried-chicken marinades, and pancakes.
Here is what food agencies say.
US dairy standards and FDA labeling rules apply to cultured buttermilk.
Here is what research has found.
Dairy plant hygiene and cold chain control matter; Listeria or allergen issues can appear in dairy recalls.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Contains milk. Keep refrigerated.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026