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Enzyme Modified Parmesan Cheese

Low concern

Standard cheese with enzyme treatment; allergen profile similar to dairy cheese. Higher sodium per unit due to flavor concentration.

Found in

172 products

What it is

Parmesan cheese treated with food-grade enzymes (typically lipases and proteases) to accelerate flavor development, producing a concentrated parmesan flavor used in seasonings, sauces, and snacks.

Concentrated parmesan flavoring; intensifies cheese flavor in low usage applications.

Why it's flagged

dairy allergen
high sodium per usage

What regulators actually say

"Standards of identity for cheeses and related cheese products are established in 21 CFR 133."

21 CFR 133 — ecfr.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Component cheese must meet standards (21 CFR 133); enzymes must be GRAS or approved

European Union — EFSA

Permitted under EU enzyme and dairy regulations

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