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Rennet Calculator

Calculate rennet dosage by milk volume, rennet type, and target coagulation time for cheesemaking.

Inputs

L

Total volume of milk in liters

Animal rennet is strongest; vegetable and microbial may need higher doses

IMCU/ml

Strength of your rennet in International Milk Clotting Units per ml (check manufacturer label)

min

Desired time to a clean break (30-45 min is typical for most cheeses)

°C

Temperature of the milk when adding rennet (optimal: 30-35°C)

Results

Rennet Dose

10.00 ml

Dilution Water

200 ml

Est. Coagulation Time~40 min

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Tips

1
Dilute rennet in 40× its volume of cool, non-chlorinated water before adding to milk.
2
Milk temperature dramatically affects coagulation — even 1°C difference changes the result.

Open formula

Rennet (ml) = Milk (L) × 200 / Strength (IMCU/ml) × Time Factor

Calculates rennet volume based on milk volume, rennet strength in IMCU, and desired coagulation time. Standard dose assumes 200 IMCU per liter.

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