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Rennet

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Rennet is a enzyme — Fungal-derived additive used to tenderize meat and make cheese

What it does

Fungal-derived additive used to tenderize meat and make cheese

Where you'll see it

cheese, tenderized meat

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: EAF
  • Notes: Involves genetic alteration but FDA has no safety concerns

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): Although it involves genetic alteration, the FDA has no safety concerns about it