Algae Oil
oil ingredient
What is it?
Algae Oil is an oil or fat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
Other names on labels: dried algae oil, microalgae oil, algal oil
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algal oil schizochytrium sp, algae oil schizochytrium limacinum
At a glance
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 77 products
Products containing algae oil
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about algae oil
Is Algae Oil good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
What is algae oil in dog food?
Algae oil is a fat ingredient derived from algae, and it usually appears on labels as "algae oil" or "dried algae oil." It is used as a source of omega fatty acids, particularly DHA. Some products use it as an alternative to fish oil.
Can algae oil replace fish oil in dog food?
Algae oil is a plant-based alternative to fish oil for omega fatty acids and is sometimes preferred for dogs with fish sensitivities. It is listed on labels as "algae oil" or "dried algae oil." Both ingredients aim to supply similar fatty acid profiles, though specific formulations vary.
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How many UK dog foods contain algae oil?
77 UK products list algae oil as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is algae oil called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: dried algae oil, microalgae oil, algal oil, algal oil schizochytrium sp, algae oil schizochytrium limacinum. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade algae oil?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.