Maize germ
carb · base score 1
What is it?
Maize germ is a carbohydrate (starch/filler) ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- carb
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 3 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about maize germ
Is Maize germ 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 maize germ?
3 UK products list maize germ as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade maize germ?
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 maize germ in dog food?
Maize germ is the inner part of the maize kernel, separated during milling. It is a carbohydrate ingredient that also provides fibre, oil, and some protein.
Is maize germ gluten free?
Maize itself does not contain gluten, so maize germ is usually suitable for gluten-free recipes. However, cross-contamination is possible during processing, so check the label if this is important for your dog.
