Ingredient

Coagulant

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Coagulants are essential for making cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products by separating milk …

What it is

Coagulants are substances that cause liquids to thicken or solidify. In food production, they are often enzymes or acids that help milk proteins clump together to form curds. Common sources include animal rennet (from calf stomachs), microbial enzymes, and plant-based coagulants.

Why it's used

Coagulants are essential for making cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products by separating milk solids (curds) from liquid whey. They are also used in tofu production to solidify soy milk. Manufacturers use them to control texture and firmness in a variety of foods.

Health notes

Coagulants used in food are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Enzymes like chymosin, commonly used in cheesemaking, have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA. No significant health concerns are associated with the typical consumption of foods made with coagulants.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Some coagulants may be derived from milk or animal sources, but the coagulant itself is not typically considered an allergen.

Products containing Coagulant

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SAINT PAULIN Saint Paulin, Semi-Soft Washed Rind Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 300kcal 23.3Protein 23.3Fat 0Carbs SAINT PAULIN A Semi-Soft Washed Rind Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 293kcal 21.4Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs HYVEE Chicken Pot Pie, Chicken Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 256kcal 7.0Protein 13.7Fat 26.0Carbs Couturier S.A. Spreadable Goat Cheese, Garlic And Herbs Cheese 214kcal 10.7Protein 17.9Fat 0Carbs

Glencourt Inc. Basil Organic Pesto, Basil Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 446kcal 3.6Protein 44.6Fat 10.7Carbs

Whole Foods Market, Inc. Goat Cheese & Pesto Thin Crust Pizza, Goat Cheese & Pesto Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 283kcal 11.5Protein 13.3Fat 30.1Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Light Sour Cream, Light Cream 133kcal 3.3Protein 8.3Fat 6.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Light Sour Cream, Light Cream 133kcal 3.3Protein 8.3Fat 6.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Fat Free Sour Cream Cream 83kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 10Carbs Quorn Foods Inc. Pesto & Mozzarella Chicken Cutlets Vegetarian Frozen Meats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 208kcal 10.8Protein 11.7Fat 20Carbs Epicure Foods Corporation Manchego Sheep Cheese, Manchego Cheese High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 454kcal 25Protein 39.3Fat 0Carbs Hiland Dairy Inc. Sour Cream Cream High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 200kcal 3.3Protein 16.7Fat 6.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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