Niacin
supplement · base score 0.7 · also listed as nicotinic acid, vitamin b3, niacin, niacin supplement, vitamin pp (niacin), vitamin pp 33 mg, vitamin pp
What is it?
Niacin 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.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.7 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 97 products
- Also listed as
- nicotinic acid, vitamin b3, niacin, niacin supplement, vitamin pp (niacin), vitamin pp 33 mg, vitamin pp
Common questions about niacin
Is Niacin 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 niacin?
97 UK products list niacin as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is niacin called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: nicotinic acid, vitamin b3, niacin, niacin supplement, vitamin pp (niacin), vitamin pp 33 mg, vitamin pp. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade niacin?
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 niacin in dog food?
Niacin is a form of vitamin B3 added as a supplement to dog food. It supports normal energy metabolism and cell function. It is often listed as nicotinic acid or vitamin B3 on pet food labels.
Why do dog foods add niacin?
Dogs cannot make enough niacin on their own, so it must be provided in the diet. It is included to help meet complete nutrition standards. A balanced commercial food will contain an appropriate amount.
