"-L." > wrote in message
m...
> Is there some reglation (USDA or otherwise) which governs what type of
> cheddar can be called mild, medium or sharp? Just curious. I bought
> some medium that is pretty darn sharp!

I think that's taste, rather than content, and the USDA might have no say in
it whatsoever.

Contact the company producing the cheese, they'll be able to tell you what
their own standards for grade will be.