Pyridoxine hydrochloride
supplement · base score 0.8 · also listed as pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin b6, pyridoxine hcl
What is it?
Pyridoxine hydrochloride 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
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 101 products
- Also listed as
- pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin b6, pyridoxine hcl
Common questions about pyridoxine hydrochloride
Is Pyridoxine hydrochloride 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 pyridoxine hydrochloride?
101 UK products list pyridoxine hydrochloride as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is pyridoxine hydrochloride called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin b6, pyridoxine hcl. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade pyridoxine hydrochloride?
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 pyridoxine hydrochloride in dog food?
Pyridoxine hydrochloride is the stable supplement form of vitamin B6 used to fortify dog foods. It helps the body use proteins, fats and carbohydrates. It appears in the vitamin or trace nutrient section of the ingredient list.
Why is pyridoxine hydrochloride added to dog food?
It is added to ensure the food provides enough vitamin B6 to meet nutritional requirements. Most complete diets include a small, regulated amount. It is considered safe when used at recommended levels.
