Iodine
supplement · base score 0.5 · also listed as a source of iodine, iodide
What is it?
Iodine is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 8 products
- Also listed as
- a source of iodine, iodide
Common questions about iodine
Is Iodine good for dogs?
It is nutritionally fine: we grade it medium, meaning adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
How many UK dog foods contain iodine?
8 UK products list iodine as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is iodine called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: a source of iodine, iodide. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade iodine?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but nothing special either way. 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.
Why is iodine added to dog food?
Iodine is an essential trace mineral required by dogs and is typically supplied as an iodide compound in pet foods. UK labels usually list it as a mineral supplement to meet nutritional guidelines.
Is iodine safe for dogs in pet food?
Iodine is considered safe when included at appropriate levels in complete dog foods. If you are concerned about your dog's iodine intake, speak to your vet.
