Black Cumin Oil
oil · base score 1
What is it?
Black Cumin Oil is an oil or fat ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- oil
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about black cumin oil
Is Black Cumin 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.
How many UK dog foods contain black cumin oil?
2 UK products list black cumin oil as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade black cumin 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.
What is black cumin oil in dog food?
Black cumin oil is pressed from the seeds of Nigella sativa, also called black seed oil. It is used as a specialist oil in supplements and some foods for its fatty acid profile. On labels it may be listed as black cumin seed oil or Nigella sativa oil.
Is black cumin oil safe for dogs?
It is considered safe in small amounts when used as a food ingredient. Because it is calorie dense, it contributes to overall fat intake. Check the feeding guidelines if your dog needs a lower fat diet.
