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Are all enzymes GMO derived?

No - the majority of commercially available food grade enzymes are produced by naturally occuring strains of organism.

Can I use enzymes for food processing in my country?

There is national legislation for the use of enzymes in Australia, New Zealand, China, Japan, Canada, France and Denmark. Customers in those countries should refer to the relevant approved lists. In the majority of other countries providing the enzyme is food-grade, safe and non-injurious to health there should be no issue with the use of enzymes. Wide ranging enzyme legislation (EU Regulation No. 1332/2008 on Food Enzymes) is currently being implemented in the EU and will lead to a positive approved list of enzymes that can be used for food processing applications.

Do we need to declare the enzyme as an ingredient?

In the EU providing the enzyme is used as a processing aid and performs no technological function in the final food, there is no requirement to declare the use or include enzymes on the final food label. Customers in other countries should refer to national legislation.

Are enzymes safe for use in food processing?

Enzymes are not alive and they are not a form of living organism, they are simply inert materials made of protein. They have a long history of safe use in food manufacturing and are not active in the finished foodstuffs.

Are all your enzymes suitable for use in Vegetarian, Halal or Kosher products?

Most of our microbial and plant derived enzymes are available as certified for use in Kosher and Halal processes. But this requirement must be specified when ordering.

Do you manufacture pharmaceutical grade enzymes?

We do not test our products to pharmacopoeial monographs. All of our products are manufactured to food grade standards.

Can I request certificates for: origin, ingredients, specification, GMO etc?

These certificates are available upon request.