TypeEnzyme
Comes fromCalf stomachs, or microbes.
Names on labels17
Names to look for on labels
- animal rennet
- calf rennet
On labels from other countries
- présure
- présure animale
- tierisches lab
- kälberlab
- stremsel
- dierlijk stremsel
- cuajo
- cuajo animal
- caglio
- caglio animale
- coalho
- peynir mayası
- منفحة
- сычужный фермент
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is rennet halal?
Rennet is doubtful (mushbooh). Animal rennet is only halal from halal-slaughtered calves. Microbial or vegetarian rennet is halal. Many cheeses do not say which.
Where does rennet come from?
Calf stomachs, or microbes.
Related ingredients
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