Additives
Lysozyme (E1105): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Preservative / Enzyme
Natural antimicrobial enzyme found in tears, saliva, and egg whites. Used to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in cheese ripening. Generally safe. People with egg allergies should note it is often derived from egg white.
- Category
- Preservative / Enzyme
- Typically used in
- Hard and semi-hard cheeses (Edam, Gouda, Emmental)
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK. Derived from egg white — caution for egg allergy.
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