About This Product
100% Chymosin Double Strength liquid rennet is recommended, (but not required) for low moisture/hard homemade cheeses.
Kosher Certified on package : Chymosin (ChyMax Extra) Liquid Rennet Kosher symbol is available on this 1 pint (16 oz / .43 liter) and 1 Gallon sizes (3.78 liter)
NOTE- may require approx 7 day lead time
Chymosin is an excellent option for aged cheeses if you do not want to use Veal Calf Rennet or you want a Kosher rennet for your aged cheeses.
Produced by CHR Hansen and offered under the DCI 'STAR' kosher certified chymosin label.
Can be used when making fresh cheese as well. Available in multiple sizes, great for artisan cheese makers.
Naturally produced through fermentation, double strength, Kosher, Halal, suitable for vegetarian use. Non GMO.
Usage Rate:
Hobbyist: Use 1/8 tsp for 1-2 gallons milk
Use 1/4 tsp for 3-5 gallons milk
Commercial: See Spec Sheet
25 gallons .22 - .32 fl. oz. (6.5 - 9.5 ml)
45 gallons .38 - .58 fl. oz. (11.5 -17.0 ml)
100 gallons .86 - 1.28 fl. oz. (26.0 - 38.0 ml)
**Note: Use the lower amount of rennet (listed above) with milk that has been inoculated with a lactic starter culture. Use the higher amount of rennet for milk that has NOT been inoculated with a lactic culture.
Note- we offer many smaller sizes of Chymosin, which is the same product repackaged from the original 1 Gallon Kosher container but do not carry the Circle K seal.
Shipping included within the USA.