Sodium hexametaphosphate
additive · base score 0.5
What is it?
Sodium hexametaphosphate is an additive, such as a preservative, flavouring or colouring. Graded medium: nutritionally adequate and nothing to worry about, but not a standout ingredient either way.
At a glance
- Category
- additive
- Grade
- medium
- Base score
- 0.5 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 31 products
- Also listed as
- -
Common questions about sodium hexametaphosphate
Is Sodium hexametaphosphate 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 sodium hexametaphosphate?
31 UK products list sodium hexametaphosphate as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
How does Open Dog Food grade sodium hexametaphosphate?
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.
What is sodium hexametaphosphate in dog food?
Sodium hexametaphosphate is a mineral salt used as a sequestrant, emulsifier or texture modifier in pet foods. It is also used in some dental pet foods to help control tartar build-up on teeth. It is permitted for use in pet foods within regulated limits.
Is sodium hexametaphosphate safe for dogs?
When used at the low levels commonly found in commercial dog foods, it is considered acceptable by UK and EU feed regulators. It has no direct nutritional role; it functions as a processing aid or texturiser. If you have concerns about specific additives, speak to your vet.
