Niacinamide
supplement · base score 0.5 · also listed as niacinamide
What is it?
Niacinamide is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- niacinamide
Common questions about niacinamide
Is Niacinamide 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 niacinamide?
2 UK products list niacinamide as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is niacinamide called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: niacinamide. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade niacinamide?
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.
Why is niacinamide added to dog food?
Niacinamide is added to ensure the diet meets vitamin B3 requirements. It is commonly found in supplemented dog foods and treats. If you have questions about your dog's vitamin intake, speak to your vet.
