Mannanoligosaccharides
supplement ingredient
What is it?
Mannanoligosaccharides is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
Other names on labels: mannan oligosaccharides, manna oligosaccharides, mannan oligosaccharide
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prebiotic mannanoligosaccharide, pre-biotic mannan-oligosaccharide, mannan-oligosaccharides, mos, prebiotic mos, mannano-oligosaccharides, manno-oligosaccharides, prebiotic mannan oligosaccharides, prebiotic mannan oligo saccarides
At a glance
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 752 products
Products containing mannanoligosaccharides
Results reflect the latest label we hold for each product, not a live check of today's recipe. Open a product to see its source and last-checked date.
Common questions about mannanoligosaccharides
Is Mannanoligosaccharides 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.
What are mannanoligosaccharides in dog food?
Mannanoligosaccharides are prebiotic compounds added to some UK dog foods. They are derived from yeast cell walls and are listed as a supplement ingredient. They are generally regarded as safe in commercial recipes.
Why are mannanoligosaccharides added to dog food?
Mannanoligosaccharides are added as a prebiotic ingredient. They are a type of fermentable fibre derived from yeast. Some dogs may be sensitive to them, so speak to your vet if you have concerns.
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How many UK dog foods contain mannanoligosaccharides?
752 UK products list mannanoligosaccharides as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
What else is mannanoligosaccharides called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: mannan oligosaccharides, manna oligosaccharides, mannan oligosaccharide, prebiotic mannanoligosaccharide, pre-biotic mannan-oligosaccharide, mannan-oligosaccharides, mos, prebiotic mos, mannano-oligosaccharides, manno-oligosaccharides, prebiotic mannan oligosaccharides, prebiotic mannan oligo saccarides. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade mannanoligosaccharides?
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.