UHT Milk: A Hot Topic
Ever wondered why some milk products don’t require refrigeration? Get the facts about Ultra-High Temperature milk here.
Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) pasteurization and sterilized packaging allows milk to be kept at room temperature.
During the UHT process, the milk is pasteurized between 138°C and 158°C for a few seconds. Once it has cooled down, the milk is poured into a sterilized package without air contact.
As long as the package remains closed, the milk does not have to be refrigerated. It can be stored at room temperature until the best before date. Once opened, UHT milk should be placed in the refrigerator and consumed within a few days, just like regular milk.
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