| Product Code: ETC235569 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The United Kingdom Rennet Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 2.93% in 2028, following an initial rate of 2.07%, before easing to 2.44% at the end of the period.

The rennet market in the UK is fueled by its essential role in cheese production, utilizing both animal-derived and microbial rennet. The market benefits from the popularity of cheese and growth in the dairy sector. Innovations in rennet production and the increasing demand for vegetarian and halal options influence market dynamics, with regulatory standards and quality control being crucial factors.
In the UK, the rennet market serves the cheese production industry by facilitating milk coagulation. As consumer demand for specialty cheeses grows, there`s increasing interest in natural and microbial rennet alternatives, driven by preferences for vegetarian and kosher products.
The rennet market in the UK faces challenges from the increasing demand for vegetarian and microbial rennet as alternatives to animal-derived rennet. The market also contends with issues related to quality and consistency of rennet products. Regulatory compliance and the need for innovation to meet diverse consumer preferences are additional hurdles.
In the UK Rennet market, government policies focus on food safety, agricultural sustainability, and consumer preferences. Regulatory frameworks ensure product quality and safety standards for rennet used in cheese production and food processing. Policies support sustainable sourcing practices and animal welfare standards in rennet production. Environmental regulations promote waste reduction and resource efficiency in food processing industries using rennet. Trade policies facilitate international trade agreements and standards harmonization for rennet products, ensuring market access and competitiveness for UK-based manufacturers in global cheese and dairy markets.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness about the benefits of rennet in cheese production |
4.2.2 Growing preference for artisanal and specialty cheeses in the UK |
4.2.3 Rising demand for vegetarian and microbial rennet alternatives |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of rennet due to supply chain disruptions |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations regarding rennet sourcing and production |
4.3.3 Competition from other coagulants and cheese-making ingredients |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal-derived Rennet, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Microbial Rennet, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Fermentation Produced Chymosin Rennet, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Vegetable Rennet, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market, By Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Powder, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Paste, 2021-2031F |
6.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market, By End-Users |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market, By Sales Channel |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of cheese producers using rennet in their production process |
8.2 Adoption rate of vegetarian and microbial rennet alternatives |
8.3 Number of new product launches featuring rennet-based cheeses in the UK market. |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Opportunity Assessment, By Sales Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Rennet Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |