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Is Cheese Halal?

Doubtful

Cheese is doubtful (mushbooh). Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.

TypeDairy
Comes fromMilk set with rennet.
Names on labels24

Names to look for on labels

  • cheddar
  • parmesan
  • parmigiano
  • mozzarella
  • grana padano
  • pecorino
  • gouda
  • emmental
  • gruyere
  • gruyère
  • edam
  • red leicester
  • monterey jack

On labels from other countries

  • fromage
  • käse
  • kaas
  • queso
  • formaggio
  • queijo
  • peynir
  • keju
  • جبن
  • сыр

What to do

Look for a halal logo, a "vegan" label, or a stated plant source on the pack. If none of these are present, you can contact the manufacturer and ask for the source.

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Frequently asked questions

Is cheese halal?

Cheese is doubtful (mushbooh). Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.

Where does cheese come from?

Milk set with rennet.

Related ingredients

Vegetarian cheeseHalalWheyHalalCaseinHalalMilkHalal

Last reviewed 2026-10-06. How we decide · Suggest a correction