Rennet
Level 2 — Generally 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