Seaweed Lime
mineral ingredient
What is it?
We haven't written a full explanation for this one yet. It's in the mineral category and currently medium.
Other names on labels: seaweed calcium, marine algae lime
At a glance
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 10 products
Products containing seaweed lime
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 seaweed lime
Is Seaweed Lime good for dogs?
We grade it medium: nutritionally adequate, but not a standout either way. The overall recipe matters more than any single ingredient.
What is seaweed lime in dog food?
Seaweed lime, also called seaweed calcium or marine algae lime, is a mineral source derived from seaweed or marine algae. It is added to provide calcium and trace minerals. It is a natural alternative to synthetic mineral supplements.
How many UK dog foods contain seaweed lime?
10 UK products list seaweed lime as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown above, sorted by rating.
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What else is seaweed lime called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: seaweed calcium, marine algae lime. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade seaweed lime?
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.