Is Coles Cheese Halal?
HALAL
This cheese looks fine for a Muslim shopper: the label says the enzyme is vegetarian rennet, so the usual cheese concern about calf rennet is removed. Mineral salt (509) is calcium chloride, a normal cheese firming salt, and the starter culture is milk-based fermentation.
Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients in Coles Cheese for halal compliance:
✅Vegetarian rennetHALAL
4 community scans · Low confidence
Votes: ✅ 4 Halal · ⚠️ 0 Mushbooh · ❌ 0 Haram
First checked: February 23, 2026 · Last checked: May 09, 2026
Scanned Ingredients
INGREDIENTS: Milk, Salt, Cultures, Enzyme Serving size: 5g (Non-Animal-Rennet). Quantity ALLERGY ADVICE: CONTAINS MILK. Per 100g STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry place. Once * 850kJ (443Cal) opened, refr
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coles Cheese halal?
Coles Cheese is HALAL. This cheese looks fine for a Muslim shopper: the label says the enzyme is vegetarian rennet, so the usual cheese concern about calf rennet is removed. Mineral salt (509) is calcium chloride, a normal cheese firming salt, and the starter culture is milk-based fermentation.
Can Muslims eat Coles Cheese?
Based on our ingredient analysis, Coles Cheese is classified as HALAL. Yes, it appears permissible for Muslims. All identified ingredients come from halal-compliant sources. However, formulations can change, so always verify the packaging.
What ingredients are in Coles Cheese?
Key ingredients analyzed: Vegetarian rennet (HALAL), E509 (HALAL).
How many times has Coles Cheese been checked?
Coles Cheese has been scanned 4 times by the HalalCheck community. Vote breakdown: Halal: 4, Mushbooh: 0, Haram: 0. Confidence level: Low confidence.
