Half and Half Carton

Dairy & Eggs

This is what the ingredient is.

Half and Half Carton is a dairy blend of milk and cream sold in cartons. Labels may say half and half.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is poured into coffee, sauces, and baking.

Here is what food agencies say.

FDA dairy labeling rules apply to half-and-half.

Here is what research has found.

Dairy products can appear in Listeria or undeclared-allergen recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Keep refrigerated and use by the carton date.

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 9/24/2026