Magnesium Sulphate
mineral · base score 1
What is it?
Magnesium Sulphate is a source of minerals. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- mineral
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 1 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about magnesium sulphate
Is Magnesium Sulphate 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 magnesium sulphate?
1 UK product lists magnesium sulphate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade magnesium sulphate?
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 magnesium sulphate in dog food?
Magnesium sulphate is a mineral salt that supplies magnesium and sulphur. It is commonly used as a source of magnesium in pet foods and treats. It may also appear on labels as Epsom salt.
Why do manufacturers add magnesium sulphate to dog food?
Magnesium is an essential mineral that supports many normal body functions, including muscle and nerve activity. Pet food makers add magnesium sulphate to help meet nutritional requirements set by official guidelines.
