Massachusetts § 48D - Blending milk and cream for sale
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 48D — Blending milk and cream for sale, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48D. Blending milk and cream for sale
Section 48D. No person shall blend milk and cream for sale, nor have any such blend in his custody or possession with intent to sell the same, unless the blending has been done in a pasteurization plant licensed under the provisions of section sixteen K or section forty-eight A. Whoever violates any provision of this section shall be punished by a fine of not less than twenty-five nor more than one hundred dollars for each offense.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 48D
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 48D cover?
Section 48D ("Blending milk and cream for sale") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 48D?
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