Ingredient

Vegetarian Enzymes

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use vegetarian enzymes primarily to aid in food processing and improve texture or …

What it is

Vegetarian enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in food. They are produced by microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, or yeast, or derived from plants. These enzymes are often grown in controlled fermentation processes and then purified for use in food production.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vegetarian enzymes primarily to aid in food processing and improve texture or flavor. They are commonly found in dairy products like cheese, where they help in coagulation and aging. They can also be used in baking to improve dough handling and bread texture.

Health notes

Vegetarian enzymes are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use in food. They are proteins that are digested like other proteins in the body and are not expected to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated enzymes, and they are widely used globally.

Allergen info

Vegetarian enzymes are not derived from major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Vegetarian Enzymes

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ORGANIC VALLEY Baby Swiss Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs

Topco Associates, Inc. Mozzarella Low Moisture Part Skim String Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese 286kcal 25Protein 21.4Fat 0Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Cheddar Cheese, Sharp Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. Earth's Best, Stuffed Pretzels For Kids, Mozzarella Cheese, Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Pizza Sauce Pizza 220kcal 8Protein 5Fat 38Carbs

Milton's Baking Company LLC Roasted Vegetable Thin & Crispy Cauliflower Crust Pizza, Roasted Vegetable Pizza High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 183kcal 9.5Protein 6.3Fat 21.4Carbs

Milton's Baking Company LLC Mozzarella, Provolone, Romano & Parmesan Margherita Four Cheeses With Roma Tomatoes And Basil Thin & Crispy Cauliflower Crust Pizza, Margherita Four Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 202kcal 11.3Protein 8.9Fat 21.0Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Pepper Jack Monterey Jack Cheese With Jalapeno Peppers Snack Sticks, Pepper Jack Cheese 381kcal 23.8Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs

Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Organic Valley, Mild Cheddar Deli Slices Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 381kcal 23.8Protein 33.3Fat 0Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Organic Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Organic Valley, Finely Shredded Italian Blend Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 25Protein 25Fat 3.6Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Organic Valley, Stringles Organic Colby Jack Cheese Sticks Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Cooperative Regions of Organic Producer Pools Organic Valley, Mild Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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