Jojoba oil
oil · base score 0.6 · also listed as jojoba oil, simmondsia chinensis oil
What is it?
Jojoba oil is an oil or fat ingredient. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- oil
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.6 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 1 products
- Also listed as
- jojoba oil, simmondsia chinensis oil
Common questions about jojoba oil
Is Jojoba oil 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 jojoba oil?
1 UK product lists jojoba oil as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is jojoba oil called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: jojoba oil, simmondsia chinensis oil. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade jojoba oil?
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.
What is jojoba oil doing in dog food?
Jojoba oil is a plant-derived wax ester sometimes added for its fatty acid profile and to support skin and coat condition. It appears on labels as simmondsia chinensis oil.
Is jojoba oil safe for dogs to eat?
Jojoba oil is generally regarded as safe in the small quantities used in pet foods, though large amounts could cause loose stools. If your dog is sensitive to oils, speak to your vet.
